December weather forecast
Beaufort, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Beaufort, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December manifests an average high-temperature of a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Beaufort's temperature lowers to a mean of 48.7°F (9.3°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Beaufort, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Beaufort, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Beaufort, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Beaufort.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Beaufort?

Beaufort in December has an average high-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Beaufort?

The average relative humidity in December in Beaufort is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Beaufort in December?

In Beaufort, North Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Beaufort?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Beaufort is 66°F (18.9°C). For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Beaufort?

The month with the shortest days in Beaufort is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Beaufort, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Beaufort?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Beaufort, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Beaufort?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Beaufort?

In Beaufort, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Beaufort?

The months with the lowest UV index in Beaufort, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Beaufort?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Beaufort, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Beaufort, NC

Average temperature in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Beaufort, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Beaufort, NC

Average wind speed in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Beaufort, NC

Average humidity in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Beaufort, NC

Average rainfall in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Beaufort, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beaufort, NC

Average snowfall in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Beaufort, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in December
Beaufort, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beaufort, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beaufort, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Beaufort, NC

Average UV index in December - Beaufort, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Beaufort, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Beaufort, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Beaufort, NC

Average visibility in December - Beaufort, 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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