December weather forecast
Rougemont, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Rougemont, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Rougemont notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). Throughout December, Rougemont encounters an average temperature drop to a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Rougemont, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Rougemont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Rougemont, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rougemont, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Rougemont, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Rougemont?

December temperatures in Rougemont vary between a high-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Rougemont?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Rougemont?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Rougemont?

In Rougemont, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rougemont in December?

In Rougemont, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rougemont?

The month with the shortest days in Rougemont is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Rougemont?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rougemont?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rougemont, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rougemont?

The months with the least sunshine in Rougemont, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rougemont?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rougemont?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rougemont?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rougemont, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rougemont, NC

Average temperature in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Rougemont, NC

Average pressure in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rougemont, NC

Average wind speed in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rougemont, NC

Average humidity in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rougemont, NC

Average rainfall in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Rougemont, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rougemont, NC

Average snowfall in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rougemont, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rougemont, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rougemont, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Rougemont, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rougemont, NC

Average UV index in December - Rougemont, 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
Rougemont, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rougemont, NC

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

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

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