Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). An average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Sophia, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sophia, there are 158 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Sophia. December is the first month it typically snows in Sophia. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Sophia, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Sophia in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Sophia?
How much does it rain in Sophia in December?
When does it start to snow in Sophia?
What is the month with the shortest days in Sophia?
How many hours of daylight does Sophia have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sophia?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Sophia?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sophia?
How high is the UV index in December in Sophia?
Average temperature in December
Sophia, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.6°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 (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Sophia, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sophia, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Sophia, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sophia, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sophia, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Sophia, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sophia, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Sophia, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
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