December weather forecastSales Ford, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Sales Ford, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C).Temperature
As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is observed.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Sales Ford, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sales Ford are January through April, October through December. In Sales Ford, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Sales Ford, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.8 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Sales Ford is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Sales Ford, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sales Ford, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Sales Ford, 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).
