December weather forecast
Barnardsville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Barnardsville, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). In the month of December, Barnardsville records a consistent average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Barnardsville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barnardsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Barnardsville are February, March, May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Barnardsville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Barnardsville?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Barnardsville. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Barnardsville, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Barnardsville?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Barnardsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average pressure in December - Barnardsville, 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
Barnardsville, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average humidity in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barnardsville, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Barnardsville, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Barnardsville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Barnardsville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Barnardsville, NC

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

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

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