December weather forecast
Half Moon, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Half Moon, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). December nights in Half Moon cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Half Moon, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Half Moon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.9 days and collects up to 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January, February, November and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Half Moon in December?

The high-temperature during December is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Half Moon, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January, February, November and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Half Moon, in December, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Half Moon?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Half Moon, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Half Moon, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Half Moon?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Half Moon is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Half Moon, NC

Average temperature in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Half Moon, NC

Average pressure in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Half Moon, NC

Average wind speed in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Half Moon, NC

Average humidity in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Half Moon, NC

Average rainfall in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Half Moon, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Half Moon, NC

Average snowfall in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February, November and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Half Moon, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Half Moon, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Half Moon, 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 54min).

  • 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
Half Moon, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Half Moon, NC

Average UV index in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Half Moon, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Half Moon, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Half Moon, NC

Average visibility in December - Half Moon, 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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