December weather forecastHigh Shoals, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in High Shoals, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In High Shoals, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in High Shoals. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) 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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in December
High Shoals, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
High Shoals, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).
Average UV index in December
High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
High Shoals, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
