December weather forecast
Selma, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Selma, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). An average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) is recorded in the month of December in Selma.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Selma is 76%.

Rainfall

In Selma, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Selma, North Carolina, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Selma, snow does not fall in March through December.

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 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Selma, North Carolina.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Selma is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Selma in December?

In Selma, in December, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Selma?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Selma in December?

In December, in Selma, North Carolina, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Selma?

In Selma, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Selma in December?

In Selma, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Selma?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Selma?

In Selma, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Selma?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Selma?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Selma.

How long on average sun shines in December in Selma?

In Selma, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Selma?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Selma is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Selma, NC

Average temperature in December - Selma, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Selma, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Selma, NC

Average wind speed in December - Selma, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Selma, NC

Average humidity in December - Selma, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Selma, NC

Average rainfall in December - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Selma, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Selma, NC

Average snowfall in December - Selma, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Selma, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Selma, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Selma, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Selma, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Selma, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Selma, NC

Average UV index in December - Selma, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Selma, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Selma, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Selma, NC

Average visibility in December - Selma, 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).

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