December weather forecast
Cornelius, NC

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Weather in December

December brings back the chill of winter in Cornelius. With temperatures ranging from 37.2°F (2.9°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C), it has a stark contrast to the warm weather observed earlier in the year. As this month progresses, there's an evident reduction in daylight hours which characterizes winter solstice. By the close of the month and heading into January, temperatures continue to drop even further. With the onset of winter, December is an excellent time for indoor activities in Cornelius.

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is witnessed in Cornelius throughout December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Cornelius, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cornelius, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cornelius, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cornelius, North Carolina, are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cornelius, North Carolina.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cornelius are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cornelius in December?

In Cornelius, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Cornelius?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month in Cornelius, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Cornelius?

In December, the average relative humidity in Cornelius, North Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cornelius?

In Cornelius, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Cornelius?

The month with the most snowfall in Cornelius, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cornelius in December?

In Cornelius, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cornelius?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cornelius, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cornelius?

In December, the average day length in Cornelius is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cornelius?

On the first day of December in Cornelius, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cornelius?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Cornelius, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cornelius have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cornelius is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cornelius?

The months with the lowest UV index in Cornelius, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Cornelius?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cornelius is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cornelius, NC

Average temperature in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cornelius, NC

Average pressure in December - Cornelius, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cornelius, NC

Average wind speed in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cornelius, NC

Average humidity in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cornelius, NC

Average rainfall in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cornelius, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cornelius, NC

Average snowfall in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cornelius, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Cornelius, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cornelius, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cornelius, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cornelius, NC

Average UV index in December - Cornelius, 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
Cornelius, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Cornelius, NC

Average visibility in December - Cornelius, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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