December weather forecast
Butner, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Butner, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.8°F (11°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). In the month of December, the temperature in Butner, North Carolina, generally rests at an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Butner, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Butner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Butner, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Butner, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Butner, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Butner?

December temperatures in Butner, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Butner?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Butner?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Butner?

In Butner, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Butner?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Butner?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Butner have in December?

The average day length in December in Butner is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Butner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Butner?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Butner have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Butner?

In Butner, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Butner, NC

Average temperature in December - Butner, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°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 (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Butner, NC

Average pressure in December - Butner, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Butner, NC

Average wind speed in December - Butner, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Butner, NC

Average humidity in December - Butner, 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
Butner, NC

Average rainfall in December - Butner, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Butner, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Butner, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butner, NC

Average snowfall in December - Butner, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Butner, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Butner, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Butner, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Butner, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Butner, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Butner, NC

Average UV index in December - Butner, 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
Butner, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Butner, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Butner, NC

Average visibility in December - Butner, 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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