December weather forecast
Jackson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Jackson, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). In Jackson, the expected average low-temperature for December is an icy 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Jackson, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Jackson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Jackson. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Jackson in December has an average high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Jackson, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Jackson is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Jackson, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Jackson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jackson, NC

Average temperature in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Jackson, NC

Average pressure in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Jackson, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Jackson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Jackson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jackson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jackson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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
Jackson, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jackson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Jackson, NC

Average UV index in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Jackson, NC

Average visibility in December - Jackson, 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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