December weather forecastDillsboro, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dillsboro, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).Temperature
December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Dillsboro reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) in December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Dillsboro, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Dillsboro is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) 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 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
With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Dillsboro.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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dillsboro, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
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).
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).
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).
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).
