December weather forecast
Claremont, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Claremont, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature in Claremont usually rests at a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Claremont.

Rainfall

In Claremont, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Claremont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Claremont, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Claremont, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Claremont, North Carolina. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Claremont?

The high-temperature, in December, in Claremont, is 50.5°F (10.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Claremont?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Claremont?

The average relative humidity in December in Claremont is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Claremont?

In Claremont, North Carolina, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Claremont?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Claremont, North Carolina. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Claremont?

In December, in Claremont, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Claremont?

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

How many hours of daylight does Claremont have in December?

The average day length in December in Claremont is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Claremont?

On the first day of December in Claremont, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Claremont?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Claremont have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Claremont is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Claremont?

The months with the lowest UV index in Claremont, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Claremont?

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

Average temperature in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°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 (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Claremont, NC

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

Average wind speed in December
Claremont, NC

Average wind speed in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Claremont, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Claremont, NC

Average rainfall in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Claremont, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Claremont, NC

Average snowfall in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Claremont, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Claremont, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claremont, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Claremont, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Claremont, NC

Average UV index in December - Claremont, 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
Claremont, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Claremont, NC

Average visibility in December - Claremont, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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