December weather forecast
Roaring Gap, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Roaring Gap, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Roaring Gap, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In Roaring Gap, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Roaring Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Roaring Gap is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Roaring Gap.
On the first day of December in Roaring Gap, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Roaring Gap in December?

In December, in Roaring Gap, the average high-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Roaring Gap?

The months with the highest humidity in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Roaring Gap?

In December, the average relative humidity in Roaring Gap is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Roaring Gap?

In Roaring Gap, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Roaring Gap?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Roaring Gap. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Roaring Gap?

In Roaring Gap, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Roaring Gap?

December has the shortest days of the year in Roaring Gap, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Roaring Gap have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Roaring Gap?

On the first day of December in Roaring Gap, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Roaring Gap?

In Roaring Gap, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Roaring Gap?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Roaring Gap, North Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in December in Roaring Gap?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average temperature in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average pressure in December - Roaring Gap, 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
Roaring Gap, NC

Average wind speed in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average humidity in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average rainfall in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average snowfall in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average UV index in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Roaring Gap, NC

Average visibility in December - Roaring Gap, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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