December weather forecast
Waxhaw, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waxhaw, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Waxhaw notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). In Waxhaw, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Waxhaw, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waxhaw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Waxhaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Waxhaw.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Waxhaw, is 52.9°F (11.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Waxhaw, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Waxhaw.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Waxhaw have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Waxhaw, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average temperature in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Waxhaw, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average wind speed in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average humidity in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average rainfall in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average snowfall in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waxhaw, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average UV index in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Waxhaw, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Waxhaw, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Waxhaw, NC

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

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

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