December weather forecast
High Shoals, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in High Shoals, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.3°F (10.7°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). In December, the average low-temperature in High Shoals records at a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in High Shoals are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In High Shoals, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.9 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in High Shoals. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in High Shoals, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for High Shoals in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in High Shoals?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in High Shoals?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in High Shoals?

In High Shoals, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in High Shoals?

December is the month with the most snowfall in High Shoals, North Carolina. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in High Shoals in December?

In High Shoals, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in High Shoals?

The month with the shortest days in High Shoals is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does High Shoals have in December?

The average day length in December in High Shoals, North Carolina, is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in High Shoals?

On the first day of December in High Shoals, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in High Shoals?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in High Shoals?

In High Shoals, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in High Shoals?

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

How high is the UV index in December in High Shoals?

In High Shoals, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
High Shoals, NC

Average temperature in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
High Shoals, NC

Average pressure in December - High Shoals, 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
High Shoals, NC

Average wind speed in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
High Shoals, NC

Average humidity in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in December
High Shoals, NC

Average rainfall in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
High Shoals, NC

Average rainfall days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
High Shoals, NC

Average snowfall in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.24").
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
High Shoals, NC

Average snowfall days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
High Shoals, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - High Shoals, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
High Shoals, NC

Average sunshine days in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
High Shoals, NC

Average UV index in December - High Shoals, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
High Shoals, NC

Average cloud cover in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
High Shoals, NC

Average visibility in December - High Shoals, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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