December weather forecast
Ferguson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ferguson, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and an average low of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Ferguson, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Ferguson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.4 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Ferguson?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ferguson, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Ferguson.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ferguson in December?

In Ferguson, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Ferguson?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Ferguson?

In December, the average day length in Ferguson is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ferguson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 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?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is 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 reading in December in Ferguson?

In Ferguson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ferguson, NC

Average temperature in December - Ferguson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°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 (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ferguson, NC

Average pressure in December - Ferguson, 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
Ferguson, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ferguson, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ferguson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Ferguson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Ferguson, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ferguson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Ferguson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ferguson, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ferguson, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ferguson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Ferguson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ferguson, NC

Average UV index in December - Ferguson, 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
Ferguson, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ferguson, NC

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

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

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