December weather forecast
Tuckasegee, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tuckasegee, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Tuckasegee's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Tuckasegee is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tuckasegee, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) 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 in Tuckasegee, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tuckasegee. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Tuckasegee in December?

In December, in Tuckasegee, the average high-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tuckasegee?

In Tuckasegee, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Tuckasegee in December?

In Tuckasegee, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Tuckasegee?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Tuckasegee, North Carolina. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Tuckasegee?

In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tuckasegee?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tuckasegee have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tuckasegee?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tuckasegee, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tuckasegee?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Tuckasegee have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tuckasegee?

In Tuckasegee, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average temperature in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average pressure in December - Tuckasegee, 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
Tuckasegee, NC

Average wind speed in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average humidity in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average rainfall in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average snowfall in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tuckasegee, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average UV index in December - Tuckasegee, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Tuckasegee, NC

Average visibility in December - Tuckasegee, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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