Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is observed.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:26 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Columbus in December?
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How many days does it rain in December?
What is the snowiest month in Columbus?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How long on average sun shines in December in Columbus?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in December?
Average temperature in December
Columbus, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbus, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbus, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbus, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbus, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbus, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Columbus, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbus, 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
Columbus, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Columbus, 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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