December weather forecast
Gold Hill, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Gold Hill, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout December nights, Gold Hill registers an average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gold Hill, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Gold Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gold Hill, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Gold Hill?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gold Hill?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gold Hill, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gold Hill?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gold Hill have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average temperature in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average pressure in December - Gold Hill, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average wind speed in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average humidity in December - Gold Hill, 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
Gold Hill, NC

Average rainfall in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average snowfall in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gold Hill, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average UV index in December - Gold Hill, 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
Gold Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Gold Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gold Hill, NC

Average visibility in December - Gold Hill, 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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