December weather forecastBiltmore Forest, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Biltmore Forest, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 48.4°F (9.1°C).Temperature
Biltmore Forest experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). During December nights, Biltmore Forest witnesses a consistent average temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, 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 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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
Biltmore Forest, 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).
