December weather forecast
Thomasville, NC

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Weather in December

December ends the year with a full-blown winter season in Thomasville. The weather turns significantly colder, with average lows touching 36.3°F (2.4°C). With an average snowfall of 1.61" (41mm), it gives the city a picturesque winter look. Despite the cold, the city gears up for the holiday season with beautiful decorations and festive cheer. As the year ends, residents look forward to the new year and a new season.

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 36.3°F (2.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thomasville, in December, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.5 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thomasville, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.18" (157mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thomasville in December?

In December, in Thomasville, the average high-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Thomasville, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Thomasville, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Thomasville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Thomasville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thomasville, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Thomasville, NC

Average pressure in December - Thomasville, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Thomasville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Thomasville, NC

Average humidity in December - Thomasville, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Thomasville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Thomasville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thomasville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thomasville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thomasville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thomasville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Thomasville, NC

Average UV index in December - Thomasville, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Thomasville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Thomasville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Thomasville, NC

Average visibility in December - Thomasville, 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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