December weather forecast
Franklinton, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Franklinton, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.4°F (3°C) and max 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

Franklinton observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). In Franklinton, the average low-temperature during the month of December is an icy 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.9 rainfall days, and 26.06" (662mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Franklinton. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Franklinton, 52.2°F (11.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.4°F (3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Franklinton?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Franklinton, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Franklinton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Franklinton?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Franklinton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Franklinton, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklinton, NC

Average temperature in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°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 (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklinton, NC

Average pressure in December - Franklinton, 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
Franklinton, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklinton, NC

Average humidity in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklinton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklinton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklinton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklinton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Franklinton, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklinton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Franklinton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklinton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Franklinton, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Franklinton, NC

Average visibility in December - Franklinton, 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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