December weather forecast
Colfax, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Colfax, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Throughout the December nights, Colfax encounters a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Colfax, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Colfax. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.5 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Colfax.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colfax are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Colfax in December?

The high-temperature in Colfax, North Carolina, during December is 50°F (10°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Colfax?

The months with the highest humidity in Colfax, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Colfax?

In Colfax, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colfax?

In Colfax, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Colfax?

The month with the most snowfall in Colfax is December, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Colfax?

In Colfax, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colfax?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Colfax?

On the first day of December in Colfax, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Colfax?

The month with the least sunshine in Colfax is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Colfax is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Colfax?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Colfax?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Colfax, NC

Average temperature in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colfax, NC

Average pressure in December - Colfax, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Colfax, NC

Average wind speed in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colfax, NC

Average humidity in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colfax, NC

Average rainfall in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colfax, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colfax, NC

Average snowfall in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colfax, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colfax, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colfax, NC

Average UV index in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Colfax, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Colfax, NC

Average visibility in December - Colfax, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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