December weather forecast
South Henderson, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Henderson, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.1°F (10.6°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). In South Henderson, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in South Henderson, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In South Henderson, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Henderson, there are 157.1 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Henderson are January through March, November and December. In South Henderson, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In South Henderson, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Henderson.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in South Henderson, North Carolina.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in South Henderson in December?

During December, South Henderson experiences an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in South Henderson?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in South Henderson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in South Henderson in December?

In December, in South Henderson, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In South Henderson, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in South Henderson, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Henderson?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in South Henderson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Henderson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

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

The month with the least sunshine in South Henderson is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Henderson is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Henderson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Henderson?

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

Average temperature in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°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 (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Henderson, NC

Average pressure in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Henderson, NC

Average wind speed in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Henderson, NC

Average humidity in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Henderson, NC

Average rainfall in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Henderson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Henderson, NC

Average snowfall in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
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 Henderson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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 Henderson, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Henderson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Henderson, NC

Average UV index in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Henderson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - South Henderson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
South Henderson, NC

Average visibility in December - South Henderson, 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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