December weather forecast
Skyland, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Skyland, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). During the month of December, Skyland experiences a steady low-temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month in Skyland, North Carolina.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Skyland, North Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skyland, North Carolina, are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skyland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skyland in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Skyland, is 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37°F (2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Skyland?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Skyland?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Skyland?

The month with the most rainfall in Skyland, North Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Skyland?

In December, in Skyland, North Carolina, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Skyland?

The month with the most snowfall in Skyland, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Skyland in December?

In December, in Skyland, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skyland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Skyland have in December?

In Skyland, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Skyland?

On the first day of December in Skyland, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Skyland?

The month with the least sunshine in Skyland, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Skyland?

The average sunshine duration in December in Skyland, North Carolina, is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Skyland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Skyland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skyland, NC

Average temperature in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Skyland, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Skyland, NC

Average wind speed in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Skyland, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Skyland, NC

Average rainfall in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Skyland, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skyland, NC

Average snowfall in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
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
Skyland, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Skyland, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skyland, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Skyland, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skyland, NC

Average UV index in December - Skyland, 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
Skyland, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Skyland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Skyland, NC

Average visibility in December - Skyland, 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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