December weather forecast
Peterson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Peterson, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Peterson, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Peterson, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Peterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Peterson is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peterson in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Peterson, records 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Peterson, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Peterson, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Peterson, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 in Peterson?

In Peterson, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Peterson, NC

Average temperature in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Peterson, NC

Average pressure in December - Peterson, 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
Peterson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Peterson, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peterson, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peterson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Peterson, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Peterson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Peterson, NC

Average visibility in December - Peterson, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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