December weather forecastKannapolis, NC
December
Weather in December
December in Kannapolis marks the full arrival of winter. The city braces for colder days and even colder nights compared to November. Snowfall returns, with a decent 0.63" (16mm) being recorded for the month. The days shorten dramatically, resulting in extensive nights and reduced daytime. Even though the winter cold sets in, the festive spirit of December keeps the city warm and lively.Temperature
Kannapolis records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). In Kannapolis, the December nights cool down to an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Kannapolis, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kannapolis, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Kannapolis. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Kannapolis is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Kannapolis, 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
Kannapolis, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Kannapolis, 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
Kannapolis, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kannapolis, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Kannapolis, 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
Kannapolis, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Kannapolis, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
