December weather forecast
West Jefferson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Jefferson, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In West Jefferson, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). West Jefferson experiences an average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Jefferson, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Jefferson are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Jefferson is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Jefferson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in West Jefferson.

UV index

January, February, November 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Jefferson in December?

West Jefferson in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Jefferson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

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

In West Jefferson, North Carolina, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in West Jefferson?

The month with the most snowfall in West Jefferson is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

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

In West Jefferson, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

How many hours of daylight does West Jefferson have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Jefferson is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Jefferson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Jefferson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in West Jefferson?

The months with the least sunshine in West Jefferson, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Jefferson?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Jefferson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average temperature in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Jefferson, NC

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

Average wind speed in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Jefferson, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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 Jefferson, NC

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

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

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Average sunshine days in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Jefferson, NC

Average UV index in December - West Jefferson, 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
West Jefferson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - West Jefferson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

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Average visibility in December
West Jefferson, NC

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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