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
With the onset of December, Rutherfordton's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Rutherfordton in December experiences a low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Rutherfordton is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rutherfordton is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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
Rutherfordton, 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 June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Rutherfordton, 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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