December weather forecast
Hilliardston, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hilliardston, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Hilliardston's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In Hilliardston, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Hilliardston. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Hilliardston, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hilliardston is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Hilliardston in December has an average high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Hilliardston have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hilliardston, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average temperature in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°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 (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average pressure in December - Hilliardston, 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
Hilliardston, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hilliardston, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hilliardston, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hilliardston, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hilliardston, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Hilliardston, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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

Average visibility in December
Hilliardston, NC

Average visibility in December - Hilliardston, 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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