December weather forecast
Glendale Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Glendale Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Glendale Springs, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Glendale Springs, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glendale Springs, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Glendale Springs have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Glendale Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average pressure in December - Glendale Springs, 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
Glendale Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average UV index in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Glendale Springs, NC

Average visibility in December - Glendale Springs, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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