December weather forecast
Wise, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wise, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

Wise records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). An average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Wise, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wise are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wise, records 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wise?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wise, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wise have in December?

In Wise, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Wise, NC

Average temperature in December - Wise, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Wise, NC

Average pressure in December - Wise, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wise, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wise, NC

Average humidity in December - Wise, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Wise, NC

Average rainfall in December - Wise, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Wise, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Wise, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wise, NC

Average snowfall in December - Wise, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wise, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Wise, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Wise, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wise, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wise, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Wise, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Wise, NC

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wise, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Wise, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Wise, NC

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

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

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