December weather forecastZirconia, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Zirconia, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).Temperature
With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). An average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is expected during December.Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Zirconia. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.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
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.UV index
January, February 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zirconia, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
