December weather forecastEtowah, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Etowah, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).Temperature
As November transitions into December, Etowah sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). In Etowah, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December 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
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December in Etowah, North Carolina, 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
The month with the least sunshine is December, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Etowah, 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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
