December weather forecast
Gorman, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gorman, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.8°F (11°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Gorman, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gorman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gorman, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gorman is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gorman are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts 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. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Gorman, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gorman, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gorman have in December?

In Gorman, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gorman?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gorman have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gorman, NC

Average temperature in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gorman, NC

Average pressure in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gorman, NC

Average wind speed in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Gorman, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gorman, NC

Average rainfall in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Gorman, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gorman, NC

Average snowfall in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Gorman, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorman, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gorman, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Gorman, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gorman, NC

Average UV index in December - Gorman, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gorman, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gorman, NC

Average visibility in December - Gorman, 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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