December weather forecast
Vilas, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Vilas, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Vilas's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Vilas, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Vilas, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Vilas, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Vilas, North Carolina, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Vilas in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 7.91" (201mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vilas?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Vilas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vilas, NC

Average temperature in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Vilas, NC

Average pressure in December - Vilas, 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
Vilas, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Vilas, NC

Average humidity in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Vilas, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Vilas, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vilas, NC

Average snowfall in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vilas, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vilas, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vilas, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Vilas, NC

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

Average cloud cover in December
Vilas, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Vilas, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Vilas, NC

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

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

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