December weather forecast
Eden, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eden, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a moderate 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout December, Eden anticipates an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Eden, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Eden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.6 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) 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 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Eden, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Eden?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Eden, North Carolina, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Eden, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Eden.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Eden, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Eden?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Eden is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Eden, NC

Average temperature in December - Eden, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°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 (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Eden, NC

Average pressure in December - Eden, 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
Eden, NC

Average wind speed in December - Eden, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Eden, NC

Average humidity in December - Eden, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Eden, NC

Average rainfall in December - Eden, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Eden, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Eden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eden, NC

Average snowfall in December - Eden, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eden, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Eden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eden, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eden, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Eden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Eden, NC

Average UV index in December - Eden, 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
Eden, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Eden, NC

Average visibility in December - Eden, 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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