December weather forecast
Manson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Manson, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Manson, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. In Manson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.1 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Manson, the average high-temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Manson?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Manson, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Manson in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Manson have in December?

In Manson, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Manson is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Manson, NC

Average temperature in December - Manson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Manson, NC

Average pressure in December - Manson, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Manson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Manson, NC

Average humidity in December - Manson, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Manson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Manson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Manson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Manson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Manson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Manson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Manson, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manson, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Manson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Manson, NC

Average UV index in December - Manson, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Manson, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Manson, NC

Average visibility in December - Manson, 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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