December weather forecast
Laurel Hill, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Laurel Hill, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Laurel Hill's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). An average temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) marks the nights in Laurel Hill, North Carolina, in December.

Humidity

May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Laurel Hill, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Laurel Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Laurel Hill, during December, snow falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Laurel Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Laurel Hill, is 54.9°F (12.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Laurel Hill, North Carolina, are May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Laurel Hill, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel Hill have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel Hill have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Laurel Hill, 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
Laurel Hill, NC

Average temperature in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average pressure in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average humidity in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Laurel Hill, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Hill, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average UV index in December - Laurel Hill, 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
Laurel Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Hill, NC

Average visibility in December - Laurel Hill, 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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