December weather forecast
Laurel Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Laurel Springs experiences an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in month of December.

Humidity

In Laurel Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Laurel Springs, North Carolina, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Laurel Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.5 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Laurel Springs, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Laurel Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Laurel Springs, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Laurel Springs?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Laurel Springs, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Laurel Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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

In Laurel Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average pressure in December - Laurel Springs, 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 Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Springs, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Springs, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Springs, NC

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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