December weather forecastCandler, NC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Candler, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In December, Candler experiences an average nighttime temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In Candler, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Candler, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Candler, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Candler are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into 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. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively.

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Candler, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

In Candler, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Candler, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Candler, NC

  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Candler, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Candler, NC

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Candler, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Candler, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Candler, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Candler, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Candler, 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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Candler, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Candler, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Candler, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Candler, NC

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).