December weather forecast
Stokes, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Stokes, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.8°F (12.1°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Stokes experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During December, Stokes witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Stokes is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stokes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Stokes, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Stokes experiences an average high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stokes, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stokes, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Stokes have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stokes?

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

Average temperature in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Stokes, NC

Average pressure in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stokes, NC

Average wind speed in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stokes, NC

Average humidity in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Stokes, NC

Average rainfall in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Stokes, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stokes, NC

Average snowfall in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stokes, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stokes, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stokes, 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
Stokes, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Stokes, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stokes, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Stokes, NC

Average visibility in December - Stokes, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5mi).

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