December weather forecast
Cleveland, NC

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout the December nights, Cleveland encounters a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cleveland, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cleveland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Cleveland is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cleveland is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cleveland in December?

The high-temperature during December is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated 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?

In Cleveland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cleveland, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cleveland have in December?

In Cleveland, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cleveland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Cleveland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cleveland, NC

Average temperature in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cleveland, NC

Average pressure in December - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cleveland, NC

Average humidity in December - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Cleveland, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cleveland, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cleveland, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cleveland, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cleveland, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cleveland, NC

Average UV index in December - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cleveland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Cleveland, NC

Average visibility in December - Cleveland, 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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