December weather forecast
Metcalf, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Metcalf, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Metcalf's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). In Metcalf, the average nighttime temperature during December is an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Metcalf, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Metcalf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) 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 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Metcalf?

During December, Metcalf experiences an average high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Metcalf, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Metcalf, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Metcalf have in December?

The average day length in December in Metcalf is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Metcalf have in December?

In Metcalf, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Metcalf?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Metcalf 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
Metcalf, NC

Average temperature in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Metcalf, NC

Average pressure in December - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, NC

Average wind speed in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Metcalf, NC

Average humidity in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Metcalf, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Metcalf, NC

Average snowfall in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Metcalf, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Metcalf, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Metcalf, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Metcalf, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Metcalf, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Metcalf, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Metcalf, NC

Average visibility in December - Metcalf, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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