December weather forecast
Gloucester, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gloucester, is still a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.2°F (10.1°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

December's weather records an average high-temperature of a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C), showing little deviation from November. Nights in December showcase an average temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C), slightly cooler than the daytime.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gloucester is 77%.

Rainfall

In Gloucester, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.4 rainfall days, and 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gloucester is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Gloucester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gloucester?

The average relative humidity in December in Gloucester, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gloucester?

In Gloucester, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gloucester?

In Gloucester, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Gloucester in December?

In Gloucester, North Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gloucester?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gloucester, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gloucester have in December?

The average day length in December in Gloucester is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gloucester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gloucester, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gloucester?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Gloucester, North Carolina.

How many hours of sunshine does Gloucester have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gloucester?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gloucester, NC

Average temperature in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gloucester, NC

Average pressure in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gloucester, NC

Average wind speed in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gloucester, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Gloucester, NC

Average rainfall in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Gloucester, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gloucester, NC

Average snowfall in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gloucester, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gloucester, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gloucester, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gloucester, NC

Average UV index in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gloucester, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Gloucester, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Gloucester, NC

Average visibility in December - Gloucester, 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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