December weather forecast
Dillsboro, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dillsboro, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). The temperature in Dillsboro lowers to an average of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dillsboro, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation. In Dillsboro, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dillsboro. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dillsboro.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dillsboro?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Dillsboro?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dillsboro is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dillsboro in December?

In Dillsboro, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dillsboro?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dillsboro in December?

In Dillsboro, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dillsboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dillsboro have in December?

The average day length in December in Dillsboro, North Carolina, is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dillsboro?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dillsboro?

The month with the least sunshine in Dillsboro, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dillsboro?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Dillsboro?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dillsboro?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dillsboro is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average temperature in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°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: 32.4°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 (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average pressure in December - Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, NC

Average wind speed in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dillsboro, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average rainfall in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average snowfall in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 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
Dillsboro, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dillsboro, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Dillsboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average UV index in December - Dillsboro, 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
Dillsboro, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Dillsboro, NC

Average visibility in December - Dillsboro, 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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