December weather forecast
Sherrills Ford, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Sherrills Ford in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sherrills Ford, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sherrills Ford, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Sherrills Ford is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sherrills Ford are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sherrills Ford?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Sherrills Ford?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sherrills Ford?

In Sherrills Ford, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sherrills Ford?

In Sherrills Ford, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Sherrills Ford?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Sherrills Ford?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sherrills Ford?

The month with the shortest days in Sherrills Ford is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sherrills Ford?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sherrills Ford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sherrills Ford?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sherrills Ford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sherrills Ford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sherrills Ford?

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

Average temperature in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average pressure in December - Sherrills Ford, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average wind speed in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average humidity in December - Sherrills Ford, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average rainfall in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average snowfall in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sherrills Ford, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average UV index in December - Sherrills Ford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sherrills Ford, NC

Average visibility in December - Sherrills Ford, 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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