December weather forecast
Etowah, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Etowah, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). During December, Etowah witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Etowah. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Etowah?

During December, Etowah experiences an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Etowah?

In Etowah, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Etowah?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Etowah, North Carolina. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Etowah?

In Etowah, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Etowah?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Etowah. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Etowah in December?

In Etowah, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Etowah?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Etowah?

On the first day of December in Etowah, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Etowah?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Etowah?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Etowah?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Etowah?

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

Average temperature in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Etowah, NC

Average pressure in December - Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC

Average wind speed in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Etowah, NC

Average humidity in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Etowah, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Etowah, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Etowah, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Etowah, NC

Average UV index in December - Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Etowah, NC

Average visibility in December - Etowah, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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