December weather forecast
Cedar Mountain, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cedar Mountain, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.5°F (9.7°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Cedar Mountain's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). In December, Cedar Mountain's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cedar Mountain is December, 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 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cedar Mountain in December?

In December, in Cedar Mountain, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Cedar Mountain. Rain falls for 12.1 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cedar Mountain, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cedar Mountain, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cedar Mountain?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Cedar Mountain, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average temperature in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average pressure in December - Cedar Mountain, 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
Cedar Mountain, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average humidity in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Mountain, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average UV index in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Mountain, NC

Average visibility in December - Cedar Mountain, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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