December weather forecast
Tuckasegee, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tuckasegee, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Tuckasegee sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). During December nights, Tuckasegee witnesses a consistent average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Tuckasegee, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Tuckasegee, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 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 7:23 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tuckasegee, records 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tuckasegee?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall in Tuckasegee is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tuckasegee, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Tuckasegee have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tuckasegee is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average temperature in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average pressure in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average wind speed in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average humidity in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average rainfall in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average snowfall in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

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

Average sunshine days in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average UV index in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average visibility in December - Tuckasegee, 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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