December weather forecast
Southmont, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southmont, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.5°F (2.5°C) and max 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southmont, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Southmont, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Southmont, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Southmont, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Southmont, 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Southmont, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Southmont?

In Southmont, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Southmont have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Southmont, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Southmont, NC

Average pressure in December - Southmont, 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
Southmont, NC

Average wind speed in December - Southmont, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Southmont, NC

Average humidity in December - Southmont, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Southmont, NC

Average rainfall in December - Southmont, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Southmont, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Southmont, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southmont, NC

Average snowfall in December - Southmont, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southmont, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Southmont, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southmont, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southmont, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Southmont, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Southmont, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Southmont, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Southmont, NC

Average visibility in December - Southmont, 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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