December weather forecast
Spindale, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spindale, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Spindale's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Spindale, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) 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 0.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) 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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Spindale in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Spindale?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Spindale?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Spindale, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Spindale, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Spindale have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Spindale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Spindale, NC

Average pressure in December - Spindale, 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
Spindale, NC

Average wind speed in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Spindale, NC

Average humidity in December - Spindale, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Spindale, NC

Average rainfall in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Spindale, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spindale, NC

Average snowfall in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spindale, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Spindale, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spindale, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spindale, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Spindale, NC

Average UV index in December - Spindale, 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
Spindale, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Spindale, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Spindale, NC

Average visibility in December - Spindale, 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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