December weather forecast
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Norman of Catawba, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 36.7°F (2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In Lake Norman of Catawba, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Norman of Catawba, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) 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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lake Norman of Catawba in December?

The high-temperature during December is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The average relative humidity in December in Lake Norman of Catawba is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In December, in Lake Norman of Catawba, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lake Norman of Catawba?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lake Norman of Catawba in December?

In December, in Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The month with the shortest days in Lake Norman of Catawba is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Norman of Catawba have in December?

In December, the average day length in Lake Norman of Catawba is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Norman of Catawba?

On the first day of December in Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake Norman of Catawba?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lake Norman of Catawba?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lake Norman of Catawba is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lake Norman of Catawba?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lake Norman of Catawba.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lake Norman of Catawba?

In Lake Norman of Catawba, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average temperature in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°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 (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average pressure in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average humidity in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average UV index in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Lake Norman of Catawba, NC

Average visibility in December - Lake Norman of Catawba, 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).

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