Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Littleton sees a steady low-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Littleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Littleton, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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When are sunrise and sunset in December?
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Average temperature in December
Littleton, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Littleton, 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
Littleton, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Littleton, NC
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Littleton, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Littleton, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Littleton, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Littleton, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Littleton, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Littleton, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Littleton, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Littleton, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Littleton, 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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