December weather forecast
Staley, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Staley, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Staley observes an average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Staley, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Staley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Staley are January and December, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Staley is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Staley are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Staley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Staley in December?

In December, in Staley, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Staley?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Staley?

In Staley, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Staley?

In Staley, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Staley?

The months with the most snowfall in Staley, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Staley in December?

In December, in Staley, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Staley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Staley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Staley?

On the first day of December in Staley, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Staley?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Staley.

How many hours of sunshine does Staley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Staley, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Staley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Staley, NC

Average temperature in December - Staley, 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 (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Staley, NC

Average pressure in December - Staley, 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
Staley, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Staley, NC

Average humidity in December - Staley, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Staley, NC

Average rainfall in December - Staley, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Staley, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Staley, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Staley, NC

Average snowfall in December - Staley, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Staley, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Staley, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Staley, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Staley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Staley, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Staley, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Staley, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Staley, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Staley, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Staley, NC

Average visibility in December - Staley, 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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