December weather forecast
Cliffside, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Cliffside, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). An average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
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. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 52°F (11.1°C) and the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 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 Cliffside, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cliffside, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Cliffside?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Cliffside, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Cliffside have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cliffside, NC

Average temperature in December - Cliffside, 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 (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cliffside, NC

Average pressure in December - Cliffside, 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
Cliffside, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cliffside, NC

Average humidity in December - Cliffside, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Cliffside, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Cliffside, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cliffside, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cliffside, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Cliffside, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cliffside, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cliffside, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cliffside, NC

Average UV index in December - Cliffside, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cliffside, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cliffside, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Cliffside, NC

Average visibility in December - Cliffside, 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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