December weather forecast
Bessemer City, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bessemer City, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52°F (11.1°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

Bessemer City experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). Bessemer City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Bessemer City.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bessemer City in December?

In Bessemer City, 52°F (11.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.4°F (3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bessemer City?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bessemer City, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Bessemer City have in December?

In Bessemer City, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Bessemer City, NC

Average temperature in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bessemer City, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bessemer City, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average humidity in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Bessemer City, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bessemer City, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average UV index in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Bessemer City, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bessemer City, NC

Average visibility in December - Bessemer City, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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