December weather forecast
Waynesville, NC

The townscape of Waynesville in North Carolina
The townscape of Waynesville in North Carolina

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Waynesville, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). In December, the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In Waynesville, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Waynesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.9 days and collects up to 43.43" (1103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Waynesville. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 49min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Waynesville, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interpret into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waynesville?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Waynesville?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waynesville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Waynesville, with an average of 9h and 49min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Waynesville?

On the first day of December in Waynesville, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Waynesville?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Waynesville, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in December in Waynesville?

In Waynesville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waynesville, NC

Average temperature in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Waynesville, NC

Average pressure in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Waynesville, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Waynesville, NC

Average humidity in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Waynesville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Waynesville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Waynesville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Waynesville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waynesville, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Waynesville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Waynesville, NC

Average UV index in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Waynesville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in December
Waynesville, NC

Average visibility in December - Waynesville, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (4mi).

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