December weather forecastSedalia, NC

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Sedalia, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

Sedalia's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). Sedalia throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Sedalia are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sedalia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sedalia are January through March, November and December. In Sedalia, North Carolina, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sedalia, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sedalia is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 50.7°F (10.4°C) and the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Sedalia.

In Sedalia, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

In Sedalia, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Sedalia, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sedalia, North Carolina.

In Sedalia, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Sedalia is 5.5h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sedalia, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sedalia, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Sedalia, NC

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sedalia, 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
Sedalia, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sedalia, NC

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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