December weather forecast
Longwood, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Longwood, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Longwood in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Longwood, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.1 rainfall days, and 41.22" (1047mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Longwood, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Longwood.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Longwood, 58.5°F (14.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Longwood.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Longwood, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Longwood, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Longwood, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Longwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Longwood is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Longwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Longwood, NC

Average temperature in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in December
Longwood, NC

Average pressure in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Longwood, NC

Average wind speed in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Longwood, NC

Average humidity in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Longwood, NC

Average rainfall in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Longwood, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Longwood, NC

Average snowfall in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Longwood, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Longwood, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Longwood, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Longwood, NC

Average UV index in December - Longwood, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Longwood, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Longwood, NC

Average visibility in December - Longwood, 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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