December weather forecast
Montezuma, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Montezuma, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average temperature in Montezuma drops to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Montezuma, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In December, in Montezuma, North Carolina, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montezuma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Montezuma, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Montezuma in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Montezuma, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What are the most humid months in Montezuma?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Montezuma, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Montezuma?

The average relative humidity in December in Montezuma, North Carolina, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Montezuma in December?

In Montezuma, North Carolina, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Montezuma?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Montezuma in December?

In Montezuma, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montezuma?

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

How many hours of daylight does Montezuma have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Montezuma?

On the first day of December in Montezuma, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Montezuma have in December?

In Montezuma, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Montezuma?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Montezuma?

In Montezuma, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Montezuma, NC

Average temperature in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Montezuma, NC

Average pressure in December - Montezuma, 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
Montezuma, NC

Average wind speed in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Montezuma, NC

Average humidity in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Montezuma, NC

Average rainfall in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Montezuma, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Montezuma, NC

Average snowfall in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Montezuma, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Montezuma, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montezuma, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Montezuma, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Montezuma, NC

Average UV index in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Montezuma, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Montezuma, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Montezuma, NC

Average visibility in December - Montezuma, 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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