December weather forecast
Pikeville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Pikeville, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). An average minimum temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pikeville, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pikeville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Pikeville, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Pikeville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.6°F (12°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pikeville, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Pikeville. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pikeville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pikeville?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pikeville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pikeville is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pikeville, NC

Average temperature in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pikeville, NC

Average pressure in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pikeville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pikeville, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Pikeville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Pikeville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pikeville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pikeville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Pikeville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pikeville, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pikeville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pikeville, NC

Average UV index in December - Pikeville, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pikeville, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Pikeville, NC

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

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

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