Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Rutherfordton, December nights cool down to an average of 36°F (2.2°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Rutherfordton is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) 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 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rutherfordton.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rutherfordton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Rutherfordton?
What is the most humid month in Rutherfordton?
What is the average humidity in December in Rutherfordton?
What is the wettest month in Rutherfordton?
How many days does it rain in December in Rutherfordton?
When does it snow the most in Rutherfordton?
How many days does it snow in December in Rutherfordton?
What is the month with the shortest days in Rutherfordton?
How many hours of daylight does Rutherfordton have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rutherfordton?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Rutherfordton?
How many hours of sunshine does Rutherfordton have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rutherfordton?
How high is the UV index in December in Rutherfordton?
Average temperature in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Rutherfordton, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Rutherfordton, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Rutherfordton, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
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