December weather forecast
Ellenboro, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ellenboro, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Nighttime temperature in Ellenboro dips to a mean of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ellenboro, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ellenboro, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) 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 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) 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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Ellenboro is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ellenboro, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellenboro?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ellenboro have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ellenboro.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellenboro have in December?

In Ellenboro, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average pressure in December - Ellenboro, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average wind speed in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average humidity in December - Ellenboro, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average rainfall in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average snowfall in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Ellenboro, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellenboro, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average UV index in December - Ellenboro, 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
Ellenboro, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Ellenboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ellenboro, NC

Average visibility in December - Ellenboro, 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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