December weather forecast
High Shoals, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in High Shoals, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In High Shoals, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in High Shoals. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In High Shoals, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 High Shoals, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does High Shoals have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in High Shoals?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index 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
High Shoals, NC

Average temperature in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
High Shoals, NC

Average pressure in December - High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, NC

Average wind speed in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
High Shoals, NC

Average humidity in December - High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, NC

Average rainfall in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
High Shoals, NC

Average rainfall days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
High Shoals, NC

Average snowfall in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
High Shoals, NC

Average snowfall days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
High Shoals, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - High Shoals, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
High Shoals, NC

Average sunshine days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
High Shoals, NC

Average UV index in December - High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, NC

Average cloud cover in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
High Shoals, NC

Average visibility in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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