December weather forecast
Arapahoe, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Arapahoe, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.7°F (13.7°C) and min 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Arapahoe records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Arapahoe, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Arapahoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h 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 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Arapahoe in December has an average high-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Arapahoe?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arapahoe, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Arapahoe have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Arapahoe, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Arapahoe, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average temperature in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average pressure in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average wind speed in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average humidity in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average rainfall in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average snowfall in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arapahoe, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arapahoe, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arapahoe, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Arapahoe, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average visibility in December - Arapahoe, 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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