December weather forecastMorganton, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Morganton, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Morganton.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) 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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Morganton, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Morganton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Morganton, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Morganton, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Morganton, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Morganton, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Morganton, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Morganton, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Morganton, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Morganton, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Morganton, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Morganton, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Morganton, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).
