December weather forecast
Climax, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Climax, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Climax anticipates an average minimum temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Climax, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Climax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Climax are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Climax, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Climax, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Climax, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Climax, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Climax in December?

During December, Climax experiences an average high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Climax?

In December, the average relative humidity in Climax, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Climax in December?

In December, in Climax, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Climax?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Climax?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Climax?

In December, the average day length in Climax is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Climax?

On the first day of December in Climax, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Climax?

The month with the least sunshine in Climax, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Climax?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Climax?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Climax, NC

Average temperature in December - Climax, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Climax, NC

Average pressure in December - Climax, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Climax, NC

Average wind speed in December - Climax, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Climax, NC

Average humidity in December - Climax, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Climax, NC

Average rainfall in December - Climax, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Climax, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Climax, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Climax, NC

Average snowfall in December - Climax, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Climax, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Climax, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Climax, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Climax, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Climax, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Climax, NC

Average UV index in December - Climax, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Climax, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Climax, NC

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

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

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