December weather forecast
Laurel Park, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Laurel Park, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). In Laurel Park, an average nighttime temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Laurel Park, North Carolina.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Laurel Park is December, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laurel Park are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Laurel Park. Snow falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel Park, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Laurel Park?

In Laurel Park, 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Laurel Park?

The months with the highest humidity in Laurel Park are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Laurel Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Laurel Park is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Laurel Park?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Laurel Park?

In Laurel Park, North Carolina, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Laurel Park?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Laurel Park in December?

In Laurel Park, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Laurel Park?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Laurel Park, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Laurel Park?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Laurel Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Laurel Park is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Laurel Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Laurel Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Laurel Park is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average temperature in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average pressure in December - Laurel Park, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average humidity in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Park, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average UV index in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Laurel Park, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Park, NC

Average visibility in December - Laurel Park, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).

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