December weather forecast
Salisbury, NC

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Weather in December

December in Salisbury concludes the year with typical wintry weather, including low temperatures and increased snowfall. Following suit from November, the sharp chill continues with temperatures often dropping to 36.7°F (2.6°C). The combination of freezing temperatures and increased snowfall alludes to the Christmas spirit and festive winter activities such as ice skating and snowball fights. Despite the cold, December continues to bear moderate humidity levels, providing a slightly comfortable ambiance. With December, winter completes its grasp over Salisbury, capping off the year in a flurry of snowfall and low temperatures.

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Salisbury experiences a steady low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Salisbury, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salisbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Salisbury is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) 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 7:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Salisbury?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Salisbury, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Salisbury, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salisbury?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Salisbury have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 intensity in December?

In Salisbury, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Salisbury, NC

Average temperature in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Salisbury, NC

Average pressure in December - Salisbury, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Salisbury, NC

Average wind speed in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Salisbury, NC

Average humidity in December - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Salisbury, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salisbury, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salisbury, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salisbury, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Salisbury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Salisbury, NC

Average UV index in December - Salisbury, 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
Salisbury, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Salisbury, NC

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

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

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