December weather forecast
Bear Grass, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bear Grass, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Bear Grass observes an average nighttime temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bear Grass, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Bear Grass, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Bear Grass. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Bear Grass, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Bear Grass, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Bear Grass in December has an average high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bear Grass, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bear Grass, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Bear Grass have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bear Grass?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average temperature in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average pressure in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average wind speed in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average humidity in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bear Grass, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average UV index in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Bear Grass, NC

Average visibility in December - Bear Grass, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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