December weather forecast
Burnsville, NC

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burnsville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

In Burnsville, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average low-temperature, in Burnsville, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Burnsville, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190 rainfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Burnsville. The month with the most snowfall in Burnsville is December, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Burnsville, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 46min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Burnsville is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Burnsville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interpret into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. 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. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Burnsville?

In December, in Burnsville, North Carolina, 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. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Burnsville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Burnsville?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Burnsville?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Burnsville in December?

In Burnsville, North Carolina, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burnsville?

With an average of 9h and 46min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Burnsville, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Burnsville have in December?

In Burnsville, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burnsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burnsville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Burnsville?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Burnsville, North Carolina, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Burnsville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Burnsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burnsville, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burnsville, NC

Average temperature in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Burnsville, NC

Average pressure in December - Burnsville, 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
Burnsville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Burnsville, NC

Average humidity in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in December
Burnsville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Burnsville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 46min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 34min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 46min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Burnsville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Burnsville, NC

Average UV index in December - Burnsville, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Burnsville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Burnsville, NC

Average visibility in December - Burnsville, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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