December weather forecast
Currituck, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Currituck, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Currituck's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). Currituck's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Currituck is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Currituck, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Currituck, there are 165 rainfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Currituck are January through March, November and December. In Currituck, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Currituck, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Currituck, the average seawater temperature in December is 56.8°F (13.8°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 56.8°F (13.8°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Currituck.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Currituck?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Currituck, is 53.1°F (11.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Currituck?

The average relative humidity in December in Currituck is 78%.

How much does it rain in Currituck in December?

In Currituck, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Currituck?

In Currituck, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Currituck?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Currituck, North Carolina, is 56.8°F (13.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Currituck?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Currituck.

What is the average length of the day in December in Currituck?

In December, the average day length in Currituck is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Currituck?

On the first day of December in Currituck, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Currituck?

In Currituck, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Currituck?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Currituck?

In Currituck, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Currituck, NC

Average temperature in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Currituck, NC

Average pressure in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Currituck, NC

Average wind speed in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Currituck, NC

Average humidity in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Currituck, NC

Average rainfall in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Currituck, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Currituck, NC

Average snowfall in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Currituck, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Currituck, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 56.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (49.6°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Currituck, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Currituck, NC

Average UV index in December - Currituck, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Currituck, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Currituck, NC

Average visibility in December - Currituck, 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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