December weather forecastGates, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Gates, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.4°F (10.8°C) and min 37.6°F (3.1°C).Temperature
As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gates, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gates, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.9 days and aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Gates, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gates, North Carolina. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gates, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.6°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 (31.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Gates, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"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).
Average wind speed in December
Gates, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Gates, NC
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Gates, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Gates, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gates, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gates, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gates, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gates, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Gates, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gates, 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 31).
Average visibility in December
Gates, 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).
