December weather forecastAsheboro, NC
December
Weather in December
The year ends in Asheboro with the arrival of winter in December. The overall weather is cold, with days getting shorter and nights longer. Rainfall is quite substantial, adding to the chilly conditions. Towards the end of the month, bouts of snowfall start to occur, turning the city into a winter wonderland. Despite having the maximum average temperature of 51.8°F (11°C), snowfall during December reaches approximately 1.77" (45mm).Temperature
As November transitions into December, Asheboro sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). In Asheboro, December nights cool down to an average of 37°F (2.8°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Asheboro, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Asheboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.4 days and collects up to 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Asheboro, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Asheboro.UV index
In Asheboro, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37°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 (31.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Asheboro, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Asheboro, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Asheboro, 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 June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Asheboro, 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).
