December weather forecast
Saxapahaw, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Saxapahaw, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). The nighttime temperature in Saxapahaw, North Carolina, dips to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C) on average during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Saxapahaw, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saxapahaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, in Saxapahaw, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

Saxapahaw in December has an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saxapahaw, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saxapahaw, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saxapahaw have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Saxapahaw have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°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 (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average pressure in December - Saxapahaw, 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
Saxapahaw, NC

Average wind speed in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average humidity in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average rainfall in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average snowfall in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Saxapahaw, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Saxapahaw, NC

Average UV index in December - Saxapahaw, 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
Saxapahaw, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Saxapahaw, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saxapahaw, NC

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

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

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