December weather forecast
Halifax, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Halifax, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Halifax experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). Halifax in December experiences a low-temperature average of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In Halifax, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Halifax, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Halifax in December?

In December, in Halifax, the average high-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Halifax, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Halifax is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Halifax, NC

Average temperature in December - Halifax, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Halifax, NC

Average pressure in December - Halifax, 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
Halifax, NC

Average wind speed in December - Halifax, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Halifax, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Halifax, NC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Halifax, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Halifax, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Halifax, NC

Average snowfall in December - Halifax, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Halifax, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Halifax, 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Halifax, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Halifax, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Halifax, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Halifax, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Halifax, NC

Average visibility in December - Halifax, 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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