December weather forecast
Caroleen, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Caroleen, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Caroleen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Caroleen, North Carolina. December is the month with the most snowfall in Caroleen. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Caroleen?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Caroleen, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall in Caroleen is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Caroleen, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Caroleen have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Caroleen, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Caroleen, NC

Average pressure in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Caroleen, NC

Average wind speed in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Caroleen, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Caroleen, NC

Average rainfall in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Caroleen, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Caroleen, NC

Average snowfall in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Caroleen, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Caroleen, NC

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Caroleen, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Caroleen, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Caroleen, NC

Average UV index in December - Caroleen, 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
Caroleen, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Caroleen, NC

Average visibility in December - Caroleen, 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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