December weather forecastMineral Springs, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Mineral Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.9°F (11.6°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).Temperature
The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mineral Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Mineral Springs, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Mineral Springs, 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).
