December weather forecast
Scaly Mountain, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average high of 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Throughout December, Scaly Mountain witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Scaly Mountain.

Rainfall

In Scaly Mountain, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scaly Mountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 41.42" (1052mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Scaly Mountain is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Scaly Mountain, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Scaly Mountain in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, are 48.2°F (9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Scaly Mountain?

February, March, May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Scaly Mountain.

What is the average humidity in December in Scaly Mountain?

In Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Scaly Mountain in December?

In Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Scaly Mountain?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Scaly Mountain in December?

In December, in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scaly Mountain?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Scaly Mountain?

In December, the average day length in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scaly Mountain?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Scaly Mountain?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Scaly Mountain.

How long on average sun shines in December in Scaly Mountain?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Scaly Mountain?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Scaly Mountain?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Scaly Mountain is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average temperature in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

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Average pressure in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average pressure in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average wind speed in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average humidity in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average rainfall in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average snowfall in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scaly Mountain, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average UV index in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Scaly Mountain, NC

Average visibility in December - Scaly Mountain, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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