December weather forecast
Zirconia, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zirconia, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

In Zirconia, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Zirconia is an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Zirconia is December, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Zirconia.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zirconia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Zirconia in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. 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 evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Zirconia?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Zirconia, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Zirconia?

In December, the average relative humidity in Zirconia, North Carolina, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Zirconia?

The month with the most rainfall in Zirconia, North Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Zirconia in December?

In Zirconia, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Zirconia?

The month with the most snowfall in Zirconia is December, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Zirconia in December?

In Zirconia, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zirconia?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Zirconia have in December?

The average day length in December in Zirconia is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Zirconia?

On the first day of December in Zirconia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Zirconia?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Zirconia?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Zirconia is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zirconia?

January, February 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 Zirconia?

In Zirconia, North Carolina, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zirconia, NC

Average temperature in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Zirconia, NC

Average pressure in December - Zirconia, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zirconia, NC

Average rainfall in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zirconia, NC

Average snowfall in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Zirconia, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Zirconia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zirconia, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Zirconia, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Zirconia, NC

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

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

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