December weather forecast
Elroy, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Elroy, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Elroy's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). The average low-temperature, in December, in Elroy, is a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elroy, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elroy, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 34.17" (868mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Elroy. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elroy, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Elroy, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elroy is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elroy in December?

During December, Elroy experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elroy?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elroy?

In Elroy, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Elroy?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elroy?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elroy?

On the first day of December in Elroy, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elroy?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Elroy?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elroy is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elroy?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elroy is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elroy, NC

Average temperature in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Elroy, NC

Average pressure in December - Elroy, 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
Elroy, NC

Average wind speed in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elroy, NC

Average humidity in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Elroy, NC

Average rainfall in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Elroy, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elroy, NC

Average snowfall in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elroy, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Elroy, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elroy, 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 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elroy, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Elroy, NC

Average UV index in December - Elroy, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Elroy, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Elroy, NC

Average visibility in December - Elroy, 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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