December weather forecast
Bolton, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Bolton, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bolton, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bolton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bolton?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bolton, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in December?

In Bolton, North Carolina, 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 in Bolton, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Bolton, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bolton, NC

Average temperature in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bolton, NC

Average pressure in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bolton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Bolton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Bolton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Bolton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bolton, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bolton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bolton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bolton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bolton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bolton, NC

Average UV index in December - Bolton, 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
Bolton, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bolton, NC

Average visibility in December - Bolton, 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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