December weather forecast
Huntersville, NC

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Weather in December

December brings in the winter season in Huntersville, North Carolina. The average high temperature drops to its lowest for the year at 51.4°F (10.8°C). The month is dotted with light snowy events, marking the beginning of the snowfall season with a measured accumulation of 2.13" (54mm). Winter has settled in as the end of the year approaches. Despite some gloomy conditions, the festive spirit keeps the city vibrant and colorful.

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). During December, Huntersville records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Huntersville, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Huntersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Huntersville in December?

During December, Huntersville experiences an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Huntersville?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Huntersville, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Huntersville?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Huntersville in December?

In Huntersville, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Huntersville have in December?

In Huntersville, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Huntersville, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Huntersville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Huntersville, NC

Average temperature in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°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 (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Huntersville, NC

Average pressure in December - Huntersville, 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
Huntersville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Huntersville, NC

Average humidity in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Huntersville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Huntersville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Huntersville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Huntersville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Huntersville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Huntersville, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Huntersville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Huntersville, NC

Average UV index in December - Huntersville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Huntersville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Huntersville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Huntersville, NC

Average visibility in December - Huntersville, 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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