December weather forecast
Thurmond, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Thurmond, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

Thurmond's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). An average minimum temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) 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 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thurmond in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Thurmond, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Thurmond?

In Thurmond, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Thurmond, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Thurmond, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Thurmond is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Thurmond, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thurmond, NC

Average temperature in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Thurmond, NC

Average pressure in December - Thurmond, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thurmond, NC

Average wind speed in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Thurmond, NC

Average humidity in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thurmond, NC

Average snowfall in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thurmond, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Thurmond, NC

Average UV index in December - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Thurmond, NC

Average visibility in December - Thurmond, 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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