December weather forecast
Knotts Island, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Knotts Island, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average high of 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). A consistent average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Knotts Island, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Knotts Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Knotts Island are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Knotts Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Knotts Island, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Knotts Island?

Knotts Island in December has an average high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Knotts Island?

In Knotts Island, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Knotts Island in December?

In Knotts Island, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Knotts Island?

December is the first month it typically snows in Knotts Island, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Knotts Island?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Knotts Island.

What is the average length of the day in December in Knotts Island?

The average day length in December in Knotts Island is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Knotts Island?

On the first day of December in Knotts Island, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Knotts Island have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Knotts Island?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Knotts Island?

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

Average temperature in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average pressure in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average wind speed in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average humidity in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average rainfall in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average snowfall in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knotts Island, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average UV index in December - Knotts Island, 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, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Knotts Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Knotts Island, NC

Average visibility in December - Knotts Island, 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).

Knotts Island, North Carolina, USA

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