December weather forecastBakersville, NC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bakersville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Bakersville witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Bakersville, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Bakersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.4 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bakersville, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Bakersville, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Bakersville.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bakersville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Bakersville, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

February, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Bakersville.

In Bakersville, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

In Bakersville, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

In December, in Bakersville, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Bakersville is 9h and 46min.

On the first day of December in Bakersville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bakersville is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bakersville, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Bakersville, NC

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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