December weather forecast
Penrose, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Penrose, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Penrose experiences an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) in month of December.

Humidity

In Penrose, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Penrose. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Penrose, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Penrose, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Penrose is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Penrose are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Penrose in December?

Penrose in December has an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Penrose?

In Penrose, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Penrose?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Penrose?

In Penrose, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 4.13" (105mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Penrose?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Penrose, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Penrose?

In Penrose, North Carolina, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penrose?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Penrose?

In Penrose, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Penrose?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Penrose?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Penrose.

How many hours of sunshine does Penrose have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Penrose is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Penrose?

The months with the lowest UV index in Penrose, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Penrose?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Penrose is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Penrose, NC

Average temperature in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Penrose, NC

Average pressure in December - Penrose, 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
Penrose, NC

Average wind speed in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Penrose, NC

Average humidity in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Penrose, NC

Average rainfall in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Penrose, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Penrose, NC

Average snowfall in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Penrose, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Penrose, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Penrose, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Penrose, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Penrose, NC

Average UV index in December - Penrose, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Penrose, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Penrose, NC

Average visibility in December - Penrose, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, September and December (5mi).

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