December weather forecast
Bald Head Island, NC

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Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina
Beautiful beach home condos along the edges of the scenic Bald Heas Island in North Carolina

Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December marks the return of winter to Bald Head Island. Temperatures flux between cold and moderate, setting the tune for the holiday season. Along with dropping temperatures, rainfall gets a notch up, taking the index to 2.28" (58mm), replenishing the island's water reserves just before the year-end. Among other noticeable shifts, the daylight hours shrink to the second-shortest duration of the year while a slight uptick in wind speed wraps the island in a cool breeze. Furthermore, the highest cloud cover percentages are observed, leaving the sunshine scarce and skies grey.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Bald Head Island's weather records an average high-temperature of a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C), marking little difference from November's 64.6°F (18.1°C). Bald Head Island's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bald Head Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Bald Head Island, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Bald Head Island, 59.4°F (15.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.9°F (9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bald Head Island, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Bald Head Island, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bald Head Island have in December?

In Bald Head Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Bald Head Island have in December?

In Bald Head Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average temperature in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average pressure in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average wind speed in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average humidity in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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
Bald Head Island, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average UV index in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Bald Head Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Bald Head Island, NC

Average visibility in December - Bald Head Island, 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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