December weather forecast
High Falls, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in High Falls, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in High Falls is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In High Falls, North Carolina, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In High Falls, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.1 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In High Falls, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In High Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.1 days and aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in High Falls?

In High Falls, in December, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in High Falls?

The most humid month in High Falls, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in High Falls?

In December, the average relative humidity in High Falls is 76%.

How much does it rain in High Falls in December?

In High Falls, North Carolina, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in High Falls in December?

In December, in High Falls, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in High Falls?

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 High Falls?

The average day length in December in High Falls is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in High Falls?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in High Falls, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in High Falls?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in High Falls?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in High Falls?

In High Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
High Falls, NC

Average temperature in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
High Falls, NC

Average pressure in December - High Falls, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
High Falls, NC

Average wind speed in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
High Falls, NC

Average humidity in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
High Falls, NC

Average rainfall in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
High Falls, NC

Average rainfall days in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
High Falls, NC

Average snowfall in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
High Falls, NC

Average snowfall days in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
High Falls, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - High Falls, 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
High Falls, NC

Average sunshine days in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
High Falls, NC

Average UV index in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
High Falls, NC

Average cloud cover in December - High Falls, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
High Falls, NC

Average visibility in December - High Falls, 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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