December weather forecastHorse Shoe, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Horse Shoe, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). In Horse Shoe, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Horse Shoe.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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
Horse Shoe, 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).
