December weather forecast
Buxton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buxton, is still a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59°F (15°C) and min 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 59°F (15°C), revealing a mild distinction from the 64°F (17.8°C) in November. In Buxton, the month of December brings a consistent average low-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Buxton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Buxton, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193.7 rainfall days, and 46.06" (1170mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Buxton, snow does not fall in February through December.

Ocean temperature

In Buxton, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in December is 65.5°F (18.6°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 65.5°F (18.6°C) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buxton, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Buxton, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Buxton, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Buxton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 65.5°F (18.6°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Buxton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Buxton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buxton have in December?

In Buxton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Buxton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buxton, NC

Average temperature in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in December
Buxton, NC

Average pressure in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buxton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 16mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (17.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Buxton, NC

Average humidity in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Buxton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Buxton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and October (13.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buxton, NC

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Buxton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Buxton, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.2°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buxton, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buxton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Buxton, NC

Average UV index in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Buxton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Buxton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Buxton, NC

Average visibility in December - Buxton, 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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