December weather forecast
Hamilton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hamilton, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Hamilton's average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). In December, the average low-temperature in Hamilton, North Carolina, records at a cold 39°F (3.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hamilton is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hamilton, North Carolina, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hamilton, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Hamilton, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Hamilton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hamilton in December?

The high-temperature in Hamilton, North Carolina, during December is 53.8°F (12.1°C) and the low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamilton?

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

How much does it rain in Hamilton in December?

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Hamilton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Hamilton, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamilton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hamilton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hamilton, North Carolina, is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamilton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hamilton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Hamilton have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hamilton?

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

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamilton, NC

Average pressure in December - Hamilton, 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
Hamilton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamilton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamilton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Hamilton, NC

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hamilton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamilton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hamilton, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hamilton, NC

Average visibility in December - Hamilton, 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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