December weather forecast
Archdale, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Archdale, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). In Archdale, in December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Archdale.

Rainfall

In Archdale, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Archdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Archdale. In Archdale, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Archdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Archdale, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Archdale, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Archdale.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Archdale?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Archdale, North Carolina, during December are 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Archdale?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Archdale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Archdale?

In Archdale, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Archdale in December?

In Archdale, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Archdale?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Archdale, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Archdale have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Archdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Archdale, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Archdale?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Archdale.

How many hours of sunshine does Archdale have in December?

In Archdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Archdale?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Archdale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Archdale is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Archdale, NC

Average temperature in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Archdale, NC

Average pressure in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Archdale, NC

Average wind speed in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Archdale, NC

Average humidity in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Archdale, NC

Average rainfall in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Archdale, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Archdale, NC

Average snowfall in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Archdale, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Archdale, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Archdale, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Archdale, NC

Average UV index in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Archdale, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Archdale, NC

Average visibility in December - Archdale, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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