December weather forecast
South Gastonia, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in South Gastonia, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in South Gastonia's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). In December, the average low-temperature in South Gastonia records at an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in South Gastonia.

Rainfall

In South Gastonia, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In South Gastonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in South Gastonia. December is the month with the most snowfall in South Gastonia. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) 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 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in South Gastonia?

The average high-temperature, in December, in South Gastonia, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in South Gastonia?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in South Gastonia, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in South Gastonia?

In South Gastonia, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Gastonia?

In South Gastonia, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in South Gastonia?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in South Gastonia?

In South Gastonia, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Gastonia?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Gastonia have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Gastonia, North Carolina, is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Gastonia?

On the first day of December in South Gastonia, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Gastonia?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Gastonia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Gastonia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Gastonia?

In South Gastonia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average temperature in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average pressure in December - South Gastonia, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average wind speed in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average humidity in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall days in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall in December - South Gastonia, 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
South Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall days in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
South Gastonia, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Gastonia, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average sunshine days in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average UV index in December - South Gastonia, 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
South Gastonia, NC

Average cloud cover in December - South Gastonia, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
South Gastonia, NC

Average visibility in December - South Gastonia, 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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