December weather forecast
Grifton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grifton, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in November to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). An average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) marks the nights in Grifton in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Grifton, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Grifton, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Grifton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grifton in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grifton?

In Grifton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Grifton?

In Grifton, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Grifton?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grifton?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Grifton.

How many hours of daylight does Grifton have in December?

In Grifton, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grifton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Grifton?

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grifton?

In Grifton, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Grifton?

In Grifton, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grifton, NC

Average temperature in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Grifton, NC

Average pressure in December - Grifton, 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
Grifton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Grifton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Grifton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Grifton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grifton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grifton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Grifton, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grifton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grifton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Grifton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Grifton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Grifton, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Grifton, NC

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

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

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