Gatlinburg (TN)
December
Weather in Gatlinburg, Tennessee for December 2025
Your guide to Gatlinburg weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Gatlinburg usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Gatlinburg at the beginning of December is 8.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 12 °F by the end of December.
Gatlinburg experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 99.8 mm.
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Gatlinburg Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Gatlinburg
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December weather in Gatlinburg day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 10° /2° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Light drizzle | 10° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Light rain shower | 8° /1° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Thundery outbreaks possible | 9° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 |  Cloudy | 8° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Partly cloudy | 9° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Light rain shower | 16° /5° | 8.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Light sleet | 18° /4° | 40.9 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Overcast | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Sunny | 10° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Sunny | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Sunny | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 15° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain | 12° /9° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 |  Light snow showers | 13° /4° | 6.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Partly cloudy | 11° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Partly cloudy | 12° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Light drizzle | 13° /6° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Patchy rain possible | 15° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Light rain shower | 13° /5° | 11.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Cloudy | 12° /5° | 18.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Light snow showers | 10° /6° | 3.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 30 |  Light snow | 9° /4° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Sunny | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Gatlinburg in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Gatlinburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Gatlinburg in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Gatlinburg during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 10° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Gatlinburg during December?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Gatlinburg during December, with a total of 99.8 mm spread over approximately 9 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Gatlinburg in December 2025?
Gatlinburg experiences an average snowfall of 1.395 cm during December, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Gatlinburg during December?
The average wind speed in Gatlinburg during December is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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