December weather forecast
Dobson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dobson, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average high of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). An average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Dobson.

Rainfall

In Dobson, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dobson, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Dobson, North Carolina. The month with the most snowfall in Dobson is December, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dobson, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Dobson are January and December, with an average of 5.6h 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Dobson?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dobson, North Carolina, are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Dobson?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Dobson.

What is the average humidity in December in Dobson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dobson is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dobson in December?

In Dobson, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Dobson?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dobson, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Dobson in December?

In Dobson, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dobson?

The month with the shortest days in Dobson is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dobson?

In Dobson, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dobson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dobson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dobson?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dobson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dobson is 5.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dobson?

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

Average temperature in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dobson, NC

Average pressure in December - Dobson, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dobson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dobson, NC

Average humidity in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dobson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dobson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dobson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dobson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dobson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dobson, NC

Average UV index in December - Dobson, 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
Dobson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Dobson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Dobson, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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