December weather forecast
Enka, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Enka, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Enka, December nights cool down to an average of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Enka, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Enka?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Enka?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Enka. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Enka, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Enka, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 in Enka?

In Enka, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Enka, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Enka?

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

Average temperature in December - Enka, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Enka, NC

Average pressure in December - Enka, 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
Enka, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Enka, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Enka, NC

Average rainfall in December - Enka, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Enka, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Enka, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Enka, NC

Average snowfall in December - Enka, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Enka, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Enka, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Enka, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Enka, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Enka, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Enka, NC

Average UV index in December - Enka, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Enka, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Enka, NC

Average visibility in December - Enka, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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