December weather forecast
Holly Ridge, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Holly Ridge, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C). During December, Holly Ridge records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In Holly Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Holly Ridge, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Holly Ridge, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 16.02" (407mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Holly Ridge is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Holly Ridge, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Holly Ridge in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Holly Ridge, is 57.4°F (14.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Holly Ridge, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Holly Ridge, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Holly Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Holly Ridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Holly Ridge, 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 in Holly Ridge are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average temperature in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average pressure in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average humidity in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average snowfall in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Holly Ridge, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average UV index in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Holly Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Holly Ridge, NC

Average visibility in December - Holly Ridge, 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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