December weather forecast
Cullowhee, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cullowhee, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

As Cullowhee enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 53.6°F (12°C) of November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Cullowhee in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cullowhee, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cullowhee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Cullowhee, 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cullowhee, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cullowhee, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cullowhee?

In Cullowhee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cullowhee?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average temperature in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average pressure in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average humidity in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cullowhee, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average UV index in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Cullowhee, NC

Average visibility in December - Cullowhee, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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