December weather forecastSpruce Pine, AL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Spruce Pine, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).Temperature
Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Spruce Pine's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Spruce Pine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 45.98" (1168mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Spruce Pine, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 4.49"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").
Average rainfall days in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Spruce Pine, AL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and May (5mi).
