December weather forecast
Granite Quarry, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Granite Quarry, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Granite Quarry's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Granite Quarry, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Granite Quarry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 30.04" (763mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Granite Quarry, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Granite Quarry, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.93" (49mm) 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 Granite Quarry have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January 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 Granite Quarry, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average temperature in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Granite Quarry, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average wind speed in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average humidity in December - Granite Quarry, 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
Granite Quarry, NC

Average rainfall in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average snowfall in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Granite Quarry, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average UV index in December - Granite Quarry, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Granite Quarry, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Granite Quarry, NC

Average visibility in December - Granite Quarry, 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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