December weather forecast
Stokesdale, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stokesdale, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.6°F (2°C) and max 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Stokesdale?

Stokesdale in December has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stokesdale, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stokesdale, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stokesdale, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stokesdale have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stokesdale?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Stokesdale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stokesdale?

In Stokesdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average temperature in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average pressure in December - Stokesdale, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average wind speed in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average humidity in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Stokesdale, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average snowfall in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 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
Stokesdale, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stokesdale, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Stokesdale, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average UV index in December - Stokesdale, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Stokesdale, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Stokesdale, NC

Average visibility in December - Stokesdale, 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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