Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). In December, Rutherford College records an average nighttime temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Rutherford College, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in December?
When does it snow the most in Rutherford College?
How much does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does Rutherford College have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How long on average sun shines in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutherford College, 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
Rutherford College, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutherford College, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rutherford College, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Rutherford College, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).
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