December weather forecast
Spencer Mountain, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Spencer Mountain, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Spencer Mountain notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Spencer Mountain is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Spencer Mountain, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Spencer Mountain, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) 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 December in Spencer Mountain, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Spencer Mountain, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Spencer Mountain?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Spencer Mountain, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spencer Mountain, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Spencer Mountain?

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

How many hours of daylight does Spencer Mountain have in December?

In Spencer Mountain, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Spencer Mountain have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January 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 Spencer Mountain, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average temperature in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°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 (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average pressure in December - Spencer Mountain, 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
Spencer Mountain, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average humidity in December - Spencer Mountain, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average rainfall in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average snowfall in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spencer Mountain, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average UV index in December - Spencer Mountain, 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
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Spencer Mountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Spencer Mountain, NC

Average visibility in December - Spencer Mountain, 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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