December weather forecast
Earl, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Earl, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 37°F (2.8°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Earl is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Earl, North Carolina. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Earl.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Earl, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Earl. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Earl?

In Earl, in December, the average high-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Earl?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Earl?

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

What is the rainiest month in Earl?

The month with the most rainfall in Earl, North Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Earl?

In December, in Earl, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Earl?

The month with the most snowfall in Earl, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Earl in December?

In Earl, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Earl?

The month with the shortest days in Earl is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Earl have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Earl?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Earl, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Earl?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Earl.

How long on average sun shines in December in Earl?

In Earl, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Earl?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Earl?

In Earl, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Earl, NC

Average temperature in December - Earl, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Earl, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Earl, NC

Average wind speed in December - Earl, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

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
Earl, NC

Average humidity in December - Earl, 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
Earl, NC

Average rainfall in December - Earl, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Earl, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Earl, NC

Average snowfall in December - Earl, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Earl, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Earl, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Earl, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Earl, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Earl, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Earl, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Earl, NC

Average UV index in December - Earl, 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
Earl, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Earl, NC

Average visibility in December - Earl, 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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