December weather forecast
Bat Cave, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bat Cave, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Bat Cave experiences a mean temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bat Cave is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Bat Cave, North Carolina. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bat Cave?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bat Cave, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bat Cave?

In Bat Cave, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Bat Cave?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Bat Cave. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Bat Cave?

In Bat Cave, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bat Cave?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Bat Cave, North Carolina. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Bat Cave?

In Bat Cave, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bat Cave?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bat Cave, North Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bat Cave?

In Bat Cave, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bat Cave?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bat Cave, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bat Cave?

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 Bat Cave?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bat Cave, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bat Cave?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bat Cave?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bat Cave is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bat Cave, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average pressure in December - Bat Cave, 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
Bat Cave, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average humidity in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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
Bat Cave, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bat Cave, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average UV index in December - Bat Cave, 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
Bat Cave, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Bat Cave, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Bat Cave, NC

Average visibility in December - Bat Cave, 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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