December weather forecast
Balsam, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balsam, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Balsam's average high-temperature eases from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Balsam, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 41.77" (1061mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Balsam.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Balsam.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Balsam in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Balsam is 81%.

How much does it rain in Balsam in December?

In Balsam, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Balsam, North Carolina, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 8.43" (214mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Balsam, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Balsam, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Balsam?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Balsam, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Balsam have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Balsam is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Balsam, NC

Average temperature in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Balsam, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Balsam, NC

Average wind speed in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Balsam, NC

Average humidity in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Balsam, NC

Average rainfall in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
Balsam, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Balsam, NC

Average snowfall in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Balsam, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balsam, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balsam, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Balsam, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Balsam, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Balsam, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Balsam, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (4mi).

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