December weather forecast
Hot Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hot Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Hot Springs, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Hot Springs, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 40" (1016mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hot Springs are January through May, October through December. 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs 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 the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hot Springs in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hot Springs, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Hot Springs?

February, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Hot Springs?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Hot Springs in December?

In Hot Springs, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Hot Springs?

The month with the most snowfall in Hot Springs, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Hot Springs in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hot Springs?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hot Springs, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Hot Springs have in December?

The average day length in December in Hot Springs, North Carolina, is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hot Springs?

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.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hot Springs?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hot Springs, North Carolina, is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hot Springs, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hot Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hot Springs, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average pressure in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average humidity in December
Hot Springs, NC

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hot Springs, NC

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Hot Springs, NC

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hot Springs, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hot Springs, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average UV index in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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Average visibility in December
Hot Springs, NC

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).

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