December weather forecast
Arden, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Arden, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Arden, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C) during December.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Arden. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Arden. December is the month with the most snowfall in Arden, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Arden.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arden in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Arden is December, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arden, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arden, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Arden is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Arden, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Arden, NC

Average temperature in December - Arden, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Arden, NC

Average pressure in December - Arden, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arden, NC

Average wind speed in December - Arden, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Arden, NC

Average humidity in December - Arden, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arden, NC

Average rainfall in December - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Arden, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arden, NC

Average snowfall in December - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arden, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arden, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Arden, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Arden, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Arden, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Arden, NC

Average visibility in December - Arden, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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