December weather forecast
Sylva, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sylva, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is expected.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sylva, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sylva, North Carolina. The month with the most snowfall in Sylva is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sylva, North Carolina. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sylva?

During December, Sylva experiences an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sylva?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sylva, North Carolina, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sylva in December?

In Sylva, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Sylva?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Sylva, North Carolina. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Sylva?

In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sylva?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sylva.

How many hours of daylight does Sylva have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sylva, North Carolina, is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sylva?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sylva, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sylva?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sylva, North Carolina.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sylva?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sylva?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sylva?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sylva, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sylva, NC

Average temperature in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Sylva, NC

Average pressure in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sylva, NC

Average wind speed in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sylva, NC

Average humidity in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sylva, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sylva, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sylva, NC

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sylva, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Sylva, NC

Average visibility in December - Sylva, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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