December weather forecast
Sawmills, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sawmills, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Sawmills reports a steady low-temperature average 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

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Sawmills. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 Sawmills, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sawmills, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sawmills are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, in December, the average high-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Sawmills?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Sawmills, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Sawmills?

The month with the most rainfall in Sawmills, North Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Sawmills?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Sawmills in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sawmills?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sawmills, North Carolina.

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

In December, the average day length in Sawmills, North Carolina, is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sawmills?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sawmills?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sawmills, North Carolina, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sawmills?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sawmills, North Carolina, is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sawmills?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sawmills?

In Sawmills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sawmills, NC

Average temperature in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average pressure in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average wind speed in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average humidity in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average rainfall in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average snowfall in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average UV index in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Sawmills, 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
Sawmills, NC

Average visibility in December - Sawmills, 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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