December weather forecast
Earleys, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Earleys, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.5°F (11.4°C) and min 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Earleys's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Earleys, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Earleys are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Earleys, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Earleys.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Earleys is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Earleys in December has an average high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Earleys, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Earleys, NC

Average temperature in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Earleys, NC

Average pressure in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Earleys, NC

Average wind speed in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Earleys, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Earleys, NC

Average rainfall in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Earleys, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Earleys, NC

Average snowfall in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Earleys, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Earleys, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Earleys, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Earleys, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Earleys, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Earleys, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Earleys, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Earleys, NC

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

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

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