December weather forecast
Valdese, NC

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Valdese, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) 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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Valdese, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.3°F (1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Valdese, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Valdese have 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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Valdese, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Valdese, NC

Average temperature in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°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 (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Valdese, NC

Average pressure in December - Valdese, 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
Valdese, NC

Average wind speed in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Valdese, NC

Average humidity in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Valdese, NC

Average rainfall in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Valdese, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Valdese, NC

Average snowfall in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Valdese, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Valdese, NC

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Valdese, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Valdese, NC

Average UV index in December - Valdese, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Valdese, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Valdese, NC

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

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

Valdese, North Carolina, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location