December weather forecast
North Wilkesboro, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). North Wilkesboro's temperature drops to an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In North Wilkesboro, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in North Wilkesboro, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February 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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in North Wilkesboro?

In December, in North Wilkesboro, the average high-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In North Wilkesboro, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In North Wilkesboro, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in North Wilkesboro?

The month with the most snowfall in North Wilkesboro is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) 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 North Wilkesboro have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average temperature in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average pressure in December - North Wilkesboro, 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
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average wind speed in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average humidity in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall days in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall days in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Wilkesboro, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average sunshine days in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average UV index in December - North Wilkesboro, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average cloud cover in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average visibility in December - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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