December weather forecast
Cherryville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Cherryville, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.7°F (2.6°C) and max 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

Cherryville's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cherryville, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Cherryville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.9 days and collects up to 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) 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 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Cherryville, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cherryville?

In Cherryville, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cherryville, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Cherryville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cherryville?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherryville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherryville, NC

Average pressure in December - Cherryville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cherryville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherryville, NC

Average humidity in December - Cherryville, 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
Cherryville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and October (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherryville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherryville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherryville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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
Cherryville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherryville, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherryville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherryville, NC

Average UV index in December - Cherryville, 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
Cherryville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cherryville, NC

Average visibility in December - Cherryville, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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