December weather forecast
Delight, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Delight, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). Delight records an average temperature drop to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Delight, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Delight?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Delight are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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 Delight, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Delight, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Delight, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Delight, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Delight have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Delight, NC

Average temperature in December - Delight, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Delight, NC

Average pressure in December - Delight, 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
Delight, NC

Average wind speed in December - Delight, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Delight, NC

Average humidity in December - Delight, 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
Delight, NC

Average rainfall in December - Delight, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Delight, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Delight, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Delight, NC

Average snowfall in December - Delight, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Delight, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Delight, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Delight, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Delight, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Delight, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Delight, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Delight, NC

Average UV index in December - Delight, 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
Delight, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Delight, NC

Average visibility in December - Delight, 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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