December weather forecast
Bear Creek, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bear Creek, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Bear Creek's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Bear Creek, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bear Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Bear Creek, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Bear Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Bear Creek, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Bear Creek experiences an average high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bear Creek is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bear Creek, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bear Creek, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bear Creek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bear Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Bear Creek, NC

Average temperature in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average pressure in December - Bear Creek, 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
Bear Creek, NC

Average wind speed in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average humidity in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Bear Creek, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bear Creek, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average UV index in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bear Creek, NC

Average visibility in December - Bear Creek, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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