December weather forecast
Kearney, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kearney, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Kearney in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kearney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Kearney, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 4.29" (109mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Kearney?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kearney, records 52.2°F (11.2°C), while the low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kearney, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kearney, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What are the months 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 Kearney, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°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
Kearney, NC

Average pressure in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kearney, NC

Average wind speed in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kearney, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Kearney, NC

Average rainfall in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Kearney, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kearney, NC

Average snowfall in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kearney, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kearney, 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 January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kearney, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kearney, NC

Average UV index in December - Kearney, 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
Kearney, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Kearney, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Kearney, NC

Average visibility in December - Kearney, 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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