December weather forecast
Hayesville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hayesville, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Hayesville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Hayesville, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 4.84" (123mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hayesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.7 days and collects up to 46.69" (1186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hayesville, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Hayesville, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Hayesville, the average high-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hayesville, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Hayesville, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Hayesville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hayesville, NC

Average temperature in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hayesville, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hayesville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hayesville, NC

Average humidity in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Hayesville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.84"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Hayesville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hayesville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hayesville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hayesville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hayesville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hayesville, NC

Average UV index in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hayesville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hayesville, NC

Average visibility in December - Hayesville, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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