December weather forecast
Cashiers, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cashiers, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Cashiers's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Cashiers is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Cashiers. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cashiers.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Cashiers?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cashiers during December are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Cashiers?

The most humid month in Cashiers, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Cashiers?

The average relative humidity in December in Cashiers is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Cashiers?

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cashiers in December?

In Cashiers, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Cashiers?

The month with the most snowfall in Cashiers, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cashiers in December?

In Cashiers, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 6.5" (165mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cashiers?

The month with the shortest days in Cashiers is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cashiers have in December?

In Cashiers, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cashiers?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cashiers, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cashiers?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Cashiers have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cashiers, North Carolina, is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cashiers?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cashiers?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cashiers, NC

Average temperature in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cashiers, NC

Average pressure in December - Cashiers, 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
Cashiers, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Cashiers, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Cashiers, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.96"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Cashiers, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cashiers, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cashiers, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cashiers, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cashiers, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cashiers, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cashiers, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cashiers, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cashiers, NC

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

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

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