December weather forecast
Wise, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wise, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Wise observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Wise experiences an average low-temperature reading of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Wise, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wise, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Wise. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Wise?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wise, is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Wise?

December is the most humid month in Wise, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Wise?

In Wise, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wise?

In Wise, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Wise?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wise?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wise have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wise?

On the first day of December in Wise, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wise?

The months with the least sunshine in Wise, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wise?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wise?

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

Average temperature in December - Wise, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wise, NC

Average pressure in December - Wise, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wise, NC

Average wind speed in December - Wise, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wise, NC

Average humidity in December - Wise, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wise, NC

Average rainfall in December - Wise, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wise, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Wise, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wise, NC

Average snowfall in December - Wise, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wise, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wise, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wise, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Wise, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wise, NC

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Wise, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Wise, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Wise, NC

Average visibility in December - Wise, 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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