December weather forecast
Westfield, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westfield, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.2°F (9°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

Westfield's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). An average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Westfield, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Westfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Westfield, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Westfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Westfield, records 48.2°F (9°C), while the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Westfield is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Westfield, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Westfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Westfield, NC

Average temperature in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°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 (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Westfield, NC

Average pressure in December - Westfield, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Westfield, NC

Average wind speed in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Westfield, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Westfield, NC

Average rainfall in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Westfield, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westfield, NC

Average snowfall in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westfield, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westfield, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westfield, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Westfield, NC

Average UV index in December - Westfield, 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
Westfield, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Westfield, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Westfield, NC

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

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

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