December weather forecast
Canton, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Canton, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

In Canton, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). December in Canton generally records an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Canton. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Canton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Canton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Canton in December?

In Canton, 46.6°F (8.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

The average relative humidity in December in Canton, North Carolina, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Canton?

In December, in Canton, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Canton?

The month with the most snowfall in Canton is December, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Canton?

In Canton, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

The month with the shortest days in Canton is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Canton, North Carolina, is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Canton?

On the first day of December in Canton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Canton?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Canton, North Carolina, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Canton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Canton is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Canton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Canton, NC

Average temperature in December - Canton, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Canton, NC

Average pressure in December - Canton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Canton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Canton, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Canton, NC

Average humidity in December - Canton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Canton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Canton, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Canton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Canton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Canton, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Canton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, 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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Canton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Canton, NC

Average UV index in December - Canton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Canton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Canton, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Canton, NC

Average visibility in December - Canton, 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).

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