December weather forecast
Iron Station, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Iron Station, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Iron Station's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Iron Station, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of 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 Iron Station. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Iron Station is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Iron Station in December?

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

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Iron Station, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Iron Station, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Iron Station, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In Iron Station, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Iron Station, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Iron Station, NC

Average temperature in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average pressure in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average wind speed in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average humidity in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average rainfall in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average snowfall in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average UV index in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Iron Station, 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
Iron Station, NC

Average visibility in December - Iron Station, 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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