December weather forecast
Galatia, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Galatia, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). An average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is expected in Galatia during December.

Humidity

In Galatia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Galatia are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Galatia, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Galatia, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Galatia, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Galatia is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Galatia in December?

During December, Galatia experiences an average high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Galatia?

In Galatia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Galatia?

In December, in Galatia, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Galatia?

December is the first month it typically snows in Galatia, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galatia?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Galatia?

On the first day of December in Galatia, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galatia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Galatia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Galatia, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Galatia, NC

Average temperature in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

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Average pressure in December
Galatia, NC

Average pressure in December - Galatia, 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
Galatia, NC

Average wind speed in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Galatia, NC

Average humidity in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Galatia, NC

Average rainfall in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Galatia, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Galatia, NC

Average snowfall in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
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
Galatia, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 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
Galatia, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galatia, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Galatia, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Galatia, NC

Average UV index in December - Galatia, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Galatia, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Galatia, NC

Average visibility in December - Galatia, 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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