December weather forecast
Mars Hill, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mars Hill, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Mars Hill's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mars Hill, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mars Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mars Hill are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mars Hill, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, in Mars Hill, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mars Hill, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Mars Hill?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mars Hill, is 46°F (7.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Mars Hill?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Mars Hill, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Mars Hill?

In Mars Hill, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mars Hill?

In Mars Hill, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Mars Hill?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mars Hill in December?

In Mars Hill, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mars Hill?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Mars Hill?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mars Hill?

On the first day of December in Mars Hill, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mars Hill?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mars Hill, North Carolina, is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mars Hill?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mars Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Mars Hill is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average temperature in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average pressure in December - Mars Hill, 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
Mars Hill, NC

Average wind speed in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average humidity in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average rainfall in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average snowfall in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 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
Mars Hill, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mars Hill, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average UV index in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Mars Hill, NC

Average visibility in December - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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