December weather forecast
Statesville, NC

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Weather in December

Bidding farewell to the year, December in Statesville once more witnesses lower temperatures, with lows down to 36.1°F (2.3°C) and occasional snowfall of up to 2.2" (56mm) over 1.1 days. Despite the icy weather, the holiday season's spirit brightens up the otherwise cloudy and short daylight hours. With the onset of winter, the residents prepare for frosty mornings and chilly evenings. Even as cold winds pick up, making it less ideal for outdoor activities, the anticipation of the holiday season energies the air. The UV index drops to 2, further reducing the risk of sunburn.

Temperature

The commencement of December in Statesville includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). During the nights in December, Statesville experiences a consistent average temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Statesville, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Statesville, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Statesville are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Statesville is December, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Statesville is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Statesville?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Statesville, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Statesville?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Statesville?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Statesville?

In Statesville, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Statesville?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Statesville. Snow falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Statesville?

In Statesville, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Statesville?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Statesville?

In Statesville, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Statesville?

On the first day of December in Statesville, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Statesville?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Statesville?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Statesville, North Carolina, is 5.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Statesville?

In Statesville, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Statesville, NC

Average temperature in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Statesville, NC

Average pressure in December - Statesville, 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
Statesville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Statesville, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Statesville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Statesville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Statesville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
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
Statesville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Statesville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Statesville, 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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Statesville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Statesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Statesville, NC

Average UV index in December - Statesville, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Statesville, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (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
Statesville, NC

Average visibility in December - Statesville, 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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