December weather forecast
Ellerbe, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Ellerbe, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ellerbe, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ellerbe, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ellerbe in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ellerbe, is 54.3°F (12.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ellerbe, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ellerbe, in December, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ellerbe, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average temperature in December - Ellerbe, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average pressure in December - Ellerbe, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average wind speed in December - Ellerbe, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellerbe, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average rainfall in December - Ellerbe, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellerbe, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average snowfall in December - Ellerbe, 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
Ellerbe, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Ellerbe, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Ellerbe, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellerbe, 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
Ellerbe, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellerbe, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Ellerbe, 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, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ellerbe, NC

Average visibility in December - Ellerbe, 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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