December weather forecast
Roaring River, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Roaring River, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). An average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Roaring River, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. 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 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Roaring River, 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', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Roaring River, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

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.

How much does it snow in December?

In Roaring River, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Roaring River have in December?

In Roaring River, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Roaring River?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Roaring River, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Roaring River, NC

Average temperature in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average pressure in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average wind speed in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average humidity in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average rainfall in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average snowfall in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average UV index in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Roaring River, 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
Roaring River, NC

Average visibility in December - Roaring River, 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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