December weather forecast
High Point, NC

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Weather in December

December for High Point is characterized by wintry conditions with an average minimum temperature dropping to 36.3°F (2.4°C). It is during this month that the city experiences the fewest daylight hours of the year. With the highest relative humidity of 76% and infrequent snowfall, the city rings in a chilly winter. The role of warm clothing gets highlighted during this time as temperatures can dip considerably, particularly during night times. Avoid lighter clothing during this month as the weather is potentially the coldest throughout the year.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). Throughout December in High Point, a steady low-temperature average of 36.3°F (2.4°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in High Point, there are 150.5 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in High Point, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in High Point, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.18" (157mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in High Point are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in High Point in December?

High Point in December has an average high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in High Point?

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

What is the average humidity in December in High Point?

The average relative humidity in December in High Point is 76%.

How much does it rain in High Point in December?

In High Point, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in High Point in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in High Point?

The month with the shortest days in High Point, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in High Point?

In December, the average day length in High Point is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in High Point?

On the first day of December in High Point, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in High Point?

The month with the least sunshine in High Point, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does High Point have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in High Point, North Carolina, is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in High Point?

The months with the lowest UV index in High Point, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in High Point?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in High Point is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
High Point, NC

Average temperature in December - High Point, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
High Point, NC

Average pressure in December - High Point, 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
High Point, NC

Average wind speed in December - High Point, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
High Point, NC

Average humidity in December - High Point, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
High Point, NC

Average rainfall in December - High Point, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
High Point, NC

Average rainfall days in December - High Point, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
High Point, NC

Average snowfall in December - High Point, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
High Point, NC

Average snowfall days in December - High Point, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
High Point, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - High Point, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
High Point, NC

Average sunshine days in December - High Point, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
High Point, NC

Average UV index in December - High Point, 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
High Point, NC

Average cloud cover in December - High Point, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
High Point, NC

Average visibility in December - High Point, 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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