December weather forecast
Selma, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Selma, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). In December, Selma experiences a temperature dip to an average of 39.2°F (4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Selma, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Selma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Selma.

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 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, Selma experiences an average high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Selma, in December, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Selma, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Selma, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Selma have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Selma, NC

Average temperature in December - Selma, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Selma, NC

Average pressure in December - Selma, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Selma, NC

Average wind speed in December - Selma, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Selma, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Selma, NC

Average rainfall in December - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Selma, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Selma, NC

Average snowfall in December - Selma, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Selma, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Selma, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Selma, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Selma, NC

Average UV index in December - Selma, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Selma, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Selma, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Selma, NC

Average visibility in December - Selma, 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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