December weather forecast
Linville Falls, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Linville Falls, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Linville Falls are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.8 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Linville Falls in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Linville Falls, North Carolina, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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 Linville Falls, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Linville Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average temperature in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average pressure in December - Linville Falls, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average wind speed in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average humidity in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average rainfall in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average snowfall in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Linville Falls, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average UV index in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Linville Falls, NC

Average visibility in December - Linville Falls, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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