December weather forecast
Maggie Valley, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maggie Valley, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). An average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is observed during December nights in Maggie Valley, North Carolina.

Humidity

In Maggie Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Maggie Valley, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maggie Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 41.77" (1061mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Maggie Valley are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, in Maggie Valley, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Maggie Valley are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Maggie Valley in December?

In Maggie Valley, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maggie Valley?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Maggie Valley?

In Maggie Valley, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Maggie Valley?

The month with the most snowfall in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Maggie Valley in December?

In Maggie Valley, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maggie Valley?

The month with the shortest days in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Maggie Valley have in December?

The average day length in December in Maggie Valley is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maggie Valley?

On the first day of December in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Maggie Valley?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maggie Valley?

The average sunshine duration in December in Maggie Valley is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Maggie Valley?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maggie Valley, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in December in Maggie Valley?

In Maggie Valley, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average temperature in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average pressure in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average wind speed in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average humidity in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average rainfall in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.72").

Average rainfall days in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average snowfall in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maggie Valley, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average UV index in December - Maggie Valley, 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
Maggie Valley, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Maggie Valley, NC

Average visibility in December - Maggie Valley, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (4mi).

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