December weather forecast
Montezuma, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Montezuma, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Montezuma witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Montezuma, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Montezuma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.5 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 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 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Montezuma during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Montezuma?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Montezuma, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Montezuma, NC

Average temperature in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Montezuma, NC

Average pressure in December - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, NC

Average wind speed in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Montezuma, NC

Average humidity in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Montezuma, NC

Average rainfall in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Montezuma, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Montezuma, NC

Average snowfall in December - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Montezuma, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montezuma, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Montezuma, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Montezuma, NC

Average UV index in December - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Montezuma, NC

Average visibility in December - Montezuma, 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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