December weather forecast
Kannapolis, NC

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Weather in December

December in Kannapolis marks the full arrival of winter. The city braces for colder days and even colder nights compared to November. Snowfall returns, with a decent 0.63" (16mm) being recorded for the month. The days shorten dramatically, resulting in extensive nights and reduced daytime. Even though the winter cold sets in, the festive spirit of December keeps the city warm and lively.

Temperature

December in Kannapolis signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kannapolis, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kannapolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.2 days and collects up to 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kannapolis in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Kannapolis?

The months with the highest humidity in Kannapolis, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Kannapolis?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kannapolis?

In Kannapolis, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Kannapolis?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Kannapolis. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Kannapolis?

December is the first month it typically snows in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kannapolis?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kannapolis, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kannapolis?

In Kannapolis, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kannapolis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kannapolis, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kannapolis?

The month with the least sunshine in Kannapolis, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kannapolis?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kannapolis is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kannapolis?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kannapolis?

In Kannapolis, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average temperature in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average pressure in December - Kannapolis, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Kannapolis, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kannapolis, NC

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average rainfall in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average snowfall in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kannapolis, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Kannapolis, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average UV index in December - Kannapolis, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kannapolis, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Kannapolis, NC

Average visibility in December - Kannapolis, 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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