December weather forecast
Denver, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Denver, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average high of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Denver cools down to an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Denver, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Denver, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) 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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Denver, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Denver, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Denver, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Denver?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Denver, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Denver, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Denver, NC

Average temperature in December - Denver, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°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 (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Denver, NC

Average pressure in December - Denver, 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
Denver, NC

Average wind speed in December - Denver, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Denver, NC

Average humidity in December - Denver, 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
Denver, NC

Average rainfall in December - Denver, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Denver, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denver, NC

Average snowfall in December - Denver, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denver, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Denver, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denver, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denver, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Denver, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Denver, NC

Average UV index in December - Denver, 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
Denver, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Denver, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Denver, NC

Average visibility in December - Denver, 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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