December weather forecast
Stem, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stem, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.9°F (2.7°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Stem records an average nighttime low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Stem, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Stem, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Stem, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Stem, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stem in December?

During December, Stem experiences an average high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Stem?

In Stem, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Stem is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Stem have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stem, NC

Average temperature in December - Stem, 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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Stem, NC

Average pressure in December - Stem, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stem, NC

Average wind speed in December - Stem, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Stem, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Stem, NC

Average rainfall in December - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Stem, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stem, NC

Average snowfall in December - Stem, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stem, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Stem, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stem, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stem, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Stem, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Stem, NC

Average UV index in December - Stem, 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
Stem, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Stem, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Stem, NC

Average visibility in December - Stem, 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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