Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Spruce Pine tends to fall to a consistent average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In December, in Spruce Pine, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Spruce Pine. Snow falls for 3 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) 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 December in Spruce Pine, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Spruce Pine. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the lowest UV index in Spruce Pine?
What is the UV index reading in December in Spruce Pine?
Average temperature in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Spruce Pine, 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
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Spruce Pine, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Spruce Pine, NC
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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