December weather forecast
Fountain, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Fountain, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Fountain's temperature drops to an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Fountain, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fountain, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fountain are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Fountain. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fountain, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Fountain.

UV index

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fountain in December?

In December, in Fountain, the average high-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fountain?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fountain?

In December, in Fountain, North Carolina, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Fountain?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fountain. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fountain?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fountain have in December?

In December, the average day length in Fountain is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fountain?

On the first day of December in Fountain, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Fountain?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fountain?

In Fountain, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Fountain?

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fountain, NC

Average temperature in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°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 (34°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fountain, NC

Average pressure in December - Fountain, 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
Fountain, NC

Average wind speed in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fountain, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 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
Fountain, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fountain, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fountain, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Fountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fountain, NC

Average UV index in December - Fountain, 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
Fountain, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Fountain, NC

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

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

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