December weather forecast
Albemarle, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Albemarle, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Albemarle, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Albemarle, North Carolina. In Albemarle, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Albemarle, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Albemarle is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Albemarle in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Albemarle, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Albemarle?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Albemarle?

In December, the average relative humidity in Albemarle is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Albemarle?

In Albemarle, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Albemarle?

In Albemarle, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albemarle?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Albemarle?

On the first day of December in Albemarle, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Albemarle?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Albemarle have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Albemarle is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Albemarle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albemarle, NC

Average temperature in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Albemarle, NC

Average pressure in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albemarle, NC

Average wind speed in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Albemarle, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Albemarle, NC

Average rainfall in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Albemarle, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albemarle, NC

Average snowfall in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albemarle, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albemarle, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albemarle, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Albemarle, NC

Average UV index in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Albemarle, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Albemarle, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Albemarle, NC

Average visibility in December - Albemarle, 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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