December weather forecastBarnardsville, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Barnardsville, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). In the month of December, Barnardsville records a consistent average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Barnardsville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Barnardsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Barnardsville, 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
Barnardsville, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).
Average snowfall in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 5.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Barnardsville, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Barnardsville, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Barnardsville, 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).
