December weather forecast
Etowah, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Etowah, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Etowah sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). In Etowah, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) 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 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) 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 in Etowah, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 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.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Etowah, is 49.3°F (9.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Etowah, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Etowah, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Etowah?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 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 in Etowah?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Etowah, NC

Average temperature in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Etowah, NC

Average pressure in December - Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC

Average wind speed in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Etowah, NC

Average humidity in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Etowah, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Etowah, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Etowah, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Etowah, NC

Average UV index in December - Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Etowah, NC

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

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

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