December weather forecastBent Creek, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bent Creek, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.8°F (1°C) and max 48.4°F (9.1°C).Temperature
December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). An average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) marks the nights in Bent Creek, North Carolina throughout December.Humidity
May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Bent Creek 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
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average pressure in December
Bent Creek, 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
Bent Creek, 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).
Average humidity in December
Bent Creek, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Bent Creek, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Bent Creek, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bent Creek, 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 30min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average UV index in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Bent Creek, 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).
Average visibility in December
Bent Creek, 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).
