December weather forecast
Burton Hills, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Burton Hills, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 59°F (15°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Burton Hills's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Burton Hills, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

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 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Burton Hills?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Burton Hills, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

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 1.97" (50mm) 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 Burton Hills, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Burton Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average temperature in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average pressure in December - Burton Hills, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average wind speed in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average humidity in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average rainfall in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average snowfall in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Burton Hills, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burton Hills, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average UV index in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Burton Hills, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Burton Hills, NC

Average visibility in December - Burton Hills, 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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