December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Blue Ridge Mountains

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in December.

The Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a high 103 mm (4.1 in) in Roanoke to a heavy 223 mm (8.8 in) in Clayton. During December, winter is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Blue Ridge Mountains precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America receive in December?

In December, Asheville typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 109 mm (4.3 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in December?

On average, Asheville has about 12 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

Based on our records, Clayton receives the most rainfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in December, averaging about 223 mm (8.8 in).

What is the driest city in December in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America?

Roanoke is the driest city we have data for in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the United States of America in December, with monthly rainfall close to 103 mm (4.1 in).

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