December weather forecast
Kinston, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kinston, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). In Kinston, in December, the average low-temperature is a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kinston, North Carolina, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kinston, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Kinston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172 days and collects up to 35.2" (894mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Kinston. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4 snowfall days, and 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kinston, 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 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Kinston, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Kinston 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Kinston?

In Kinston, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.9°F (4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kinston?

The average relative humidity in December in Kinston, North Carolina, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kinston?

In Kinston, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Kinston?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kinston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kinston have in December?

In December, the average day length in Kinston, North Carolina, is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kinston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kinston?

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 Kinston?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kinston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kinston, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kinston, NC

Average temperature in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kinston, NC

Average pressure in December - Kinston, 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
Kinston, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kinston, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kinston, NC

Average rainfall in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Kinston, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kinston, NC

Average snowfall in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kinston, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Kinston, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kinston, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kinston, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Kinston, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kinston, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kinston, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Kinston, NC

Average visibility in December - Kinston, 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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