December weather forecast
Elm City, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Elm City, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Throughout December, Elm City anticipates an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elm City, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Elm City, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.9 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Elm City, North Carolina. In Elm City, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elm City, there are 5.1 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Elm City, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elm City is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elm City in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elm City, North Carolina, are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elm City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elm City, North Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Elm City in December?

In Elm City, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elm City in December?

In Elm City, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elm City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elm City have in December?

In Elm City, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elm City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elm City, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elm City?

The month with the least sunshine in Elm City is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elm City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Elm City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elm City, NC

Average temperature in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elm City, NC

Average pressure in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elm City, NC

Average wind speed in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elm City, NC

Average humidity in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elm City, NC

Average rainfall in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elm City, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elm City, NC

Average snowfall in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
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
Elm City, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Elm City, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elm City, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elm City, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elm City, NC

Average UV index in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elm City, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Elm City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Elm City, NC

Average visibility in December - Elm City, 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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