December weather forecast
Elams, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Elams, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Elams, the expected average low-temperature for December is a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elams are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Elams, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elams, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elams are January through March, November and December. In Elams, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Elams, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elams is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Elams, North Carolina.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Elams?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Elams?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Elams?

The average relative humidity in December in Elams is 78%.

How much does it rain in Elams in December?

In Elams, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Elams?

In Elams, North Carolina, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elams?

The month with the shortest days in Elams is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elams?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elams, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Elams?

The months with the least sunshine in Elams, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elams?

In Elams, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elams?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elams?

In Elams, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elams, NC

Average temperature in December - Elams, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Elams, NC

Average pressure in December - Elams, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elams, NC

Average wind speed in December - Elams, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elams, NC

Average humidity in December - Elams, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Elams, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Elams, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Elams, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elams, NC

Average snowfall in December - Elams, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Elams, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Elams, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Elams, NC

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elams, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Elams, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elams, NC

Average UV index in December - Elams, 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
Elams, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elams, NC

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

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

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