December weather forecast
Lewters Crossroad, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Lewters Crossroad, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Lewters Crossroad experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lewters Crossroad is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lewters Crossroad, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Lewters Crossroad, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lewters Crossroad, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lewters Crossroad, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lewters Crossroad?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lewters Crossroad?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average temperature in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average pressure in December - Lewters Crossroad, 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
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average humidity in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 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
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lewters Crossroad, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average UV index in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lewters Crossroad, NC

Average visibility in December - Lewters Crossroad, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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