December weather forecast
Stem, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Stem, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights in Stem, North Carolina, is a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Stem, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stem, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Stem, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Stem, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stem.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Stem, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Stem in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.8°F (11°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C) respectively. 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 evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Stem?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Stem?

In December, the average relative humidity in Stem is 77%.

How much does it rain in Stem in December?

In December, in Stem, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Stem?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stem?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stem.

How many hours of daylight does Stem have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stem?

On the first day of December in Stem, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Stem?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Stem, North Carolina, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Stem have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Stem?

In Stem, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stem, NC

Average temperature in December - Stem, 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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Stem, NC

Average pressure in December - Stem, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Stem, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Stem, NC

Average humidity in December - Stem, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stem, NC

Average rainfall in December - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Stem, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Stem, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stem, NC

Average snowfall in December - Stem, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Stem, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Stem, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Stem, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stem, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stem, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Stem, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stem, NC

Average UV index in December - Stem, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stem, NC

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

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).

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Average visibility in December
Stem, NC

Average visibility in December - Stem, 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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