December weather forecast
Lillington, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Lillington, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

Lillington in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lillington, North Carolina, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lillington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.5 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Lillington, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Lillington, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Lillington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lillington in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lillington?

In Lillington, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lillington have in December?

The average day length in December in Lillington is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Lillington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lillington, NC

Average temperature in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lillington, NC

Average pressure in December - Lillington, 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
Lillington, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lillington, NC

Average humidity in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Lillington, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Lillington, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lillington, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lillington, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Lillington, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lillington, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Lillington, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lillington, NC

Average UV index in December - Lillington, 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
Lillington, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lillington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lillington, NC

Average visibility in December - Lillington, 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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