December weather forecast
Polkville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Polkville, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Polkville, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. 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 December, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Polkville, records 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Polkville, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Polkville, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Polkville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Polkville?

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

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 low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Polkville, NC

Average temperature in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average pressure in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average humidity in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average UV index in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Polkville, 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
Polkville, NC

Average visibility in December - Polkville, 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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