Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature in Banner Elk shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Banner Elk averages to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Banner Elk, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Banner Elk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Banner Elk is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Banner Elk, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Banner Elk?
What is the most humid month in Banner Elk?
What is the average humidity in December in Banner Elk?
How many days does it rain in December in Banner Elk?
What is the snowiest month in Banner Elk?
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How many hours of daylight does Banner Elk have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Banner Elk?
How many hours of sunshine does Banner Elk have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Banner Elk?
What is the UV index reading in December in Banner Elk?
Average temperature in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Banner Elk, 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
Banner Elk, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in December
Banner Elk, 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
Banner Elk, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Banner Elk, NC
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
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