December weather forecastPierces Crossroads, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Pierces Crossroads, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).Temperature
In Pierces Crossroads, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). During December, Pierces Crossroads records an average temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Pierces Crossroads, North Carolina, is 77%.Rainfall
In Pierces Crossroads, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pierces Crossroads, there are 149 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Pierces Crossroads are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Pierces Crossroads, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pierces Crossroads.On the first day of December in Pierces Crossroads, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Pierces Crossroads are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
In Pierces Crossroads, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).
Average pressure in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 1.85"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Pierces Crossroads, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Pierces Crossroads, 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).
