December weather forecast
West Canton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Canton, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In December, West Canton encounters an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in West Canton, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Canton are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in West Canton is December, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Canton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in West Canton, North Carolina.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in West Canton?

In West Canton, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Canton?

The average relative humidity in December in West Canton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Canton?

In December, in West Canton, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in West Canton?

December is the month with the most snowfall in West Canton. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in West Canton?

In West Canton, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Canton?

The month with the shortest days in West Canton is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Canton?

The average day length in December in West Canton, North Carolina, is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Canton?

On the first day of December in West Canton, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:18 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 West Canton?

The month with the least sunshine in West Canton, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Canton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in West Canton is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Canton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Canton?

In West Canton, North Carolina, 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
West Canton, NC

Average temperature in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Canton, NC

Average pressure in December - West Canton, 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
West Canton, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Canton, NC

Average humidity in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Canton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Canton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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
West Canton, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Canton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Canton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Canton, NC

Average UV index in December - West Canton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Canton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
West Canton, NC

Average visibility in December - West Canton, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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