December weather forecast
Stanley, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanley, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Stanley experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Stanley dips to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Stanley, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Stanley. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Stanley is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Stanley, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stanley. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Stanley?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stanley, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Stanley?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, North Carolina, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Stanley?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Stanley. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Stanley?

In Stanley, during December, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Stanley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Stanley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanley, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stanley?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Stanley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stanley, North Carolina, is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stanley?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Stanley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Stanley is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanley, NC

Average temperature in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°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 (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°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 (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stanley, NC

Average pressure in December - Stanley, 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
Stanley, NC

Average wind speed in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stanley, NC

Average humidity in December - Stanley, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stanley, NC

Average rainfall in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stanley, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stanley, NC

Average snowfall in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
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
Stanley, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Stanley, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanley, 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
Stanley, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 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).

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Average UV index in December
Stanley, NC

Average UV index in December - Stanley, 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
Stanley, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Stanley, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is 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
Stanley, NC

Average visibility in December - Stanley, 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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