December weather forecastHot Springs, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hot Springs, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).Temperature
December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). The temperature dips to an average of 32°F (0°C) during December nights.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Hot Springs, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Hot Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.7 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 8.11" (206mm) of snow.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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Hot Springs, 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
Hot Springs, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").
Average rainfall days in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 8.11"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Hot Springs, NC
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
