December weather forecast
Hassell, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Hassell, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Hassell experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Hassell's average low-temperature for the month of December records at an icy 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In Hassell, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hassell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hassell in December?

In December, in Hassell, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hassell, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hassell, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Hassell, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Hassell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hassell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hassell, NC

Average temperature in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hassell, NC

Average pressure in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hassell, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hassell, NC

Average humidity in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hassell, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hassell, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hassell, NC

Average snowfall in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hassell, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Hassell, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hassell, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hassell, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hassell, NC

Average UV index in December - Hassell, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hassell, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hassell, NC

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

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

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