December weather forecast
Thurmond, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Thurmond, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Thurmond experiences a steady low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thurmond, there are 166 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thurmond are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Thurmond, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Thurmond, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Thurmond.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant 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 December temperatures in Thurmond?

In December, in Thurmond, the average high-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Thurmond?

The months with the highest humidity in Thurmond, North Carolina, are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Thurmond?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Thurmond in December?

In Thurmond, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Thurmond?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Thurmond, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Thurmond?

In Thurmond, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thurmond?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Thurmond?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thurmond, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thurmond?

The months with the least sunshine in Thurmond are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thurmond have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Thurmond?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Thurmond?

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

Average temperature in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thurmond, NC

Average pressure in December - Thurmond, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thurmond, NC

Average wind speed in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thurmond, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thurmond, NC

Average snowfall in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thurmond, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thurmond, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thurmond, NC

Average UV index in December - Thurmond, 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
Thurmond, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

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
Thurmond, NC

Average visibility in December - Thurmond, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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