Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is observed.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Balsam, North Carolina, is 81%.Rainfall
In Balsam, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Balsam, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 41.77" (1061mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 8.43" (214mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Balsam, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Balsam?
What is the average humidity in December in Balsam?
How many days does it rain in December in Balsam?
When does it snow the most in Balsam?
How many days does it snow in December in Balsam?
What is the month with the shortest days in Balsam?
What is the average length of the day in December in Balsam?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Balsam?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Balsam?
How long on average sun shines in December in Balsam?
When is the lowest UV index in Balsam?
How high is the UV index in December in Balsam?
Average temperature in December
Balsam, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Balsam, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Balsam, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph
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).
Average humidity in December
Balsam, NC
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.72").
Average rainfall days in December
Balsam, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 8.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Balsam, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balsam, 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: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Balsam, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Balsam, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Balsam, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in December
Balsam, NC
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (4mi).
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