December weather forecast
Arden, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arden, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average high of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Arden notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). In Arden, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 33.8°F (1°C) during December.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Arden.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Arden. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Arden, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arden are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Arden?

In Arden, 48.4°F (9.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.8°F (1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Arden?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Arden?

In Arden, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Arden?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Arden?

In Arden, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Arden?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Arden, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Arden?

In Arden, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arden?

The month with the shortest days in Arden is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arden have in December?

In Arden, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Arden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arden, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arden?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Arden?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arden?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Arden?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arden, NC

Average temperature in December - Arden, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arden, NC

Average pressure in December - Arden, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Arden, NC

Average wind speed in December - Arden, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arden, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arden, NC

Average rainfall in December - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arden, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arden, NC

Average snowfall in December - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arden, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arden, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arden, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Arden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arden, NC

Average UV index in December - Arden, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Arden, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Arden, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

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Average visibility in December
Arden, NC

Average visibility in December - Arden, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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