December weather forecast
Lucama, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lucama, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). During December, Lucama records an average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lucama is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lucama, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Lucama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, Lucama experiences an average high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lucama?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lucama, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lucama have in December?

In Lucama, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Lucama, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Lucama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lucama, NC

Average temperature in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°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 (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lucama, NC

Average pressure in December - Lucama, 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
Lucama, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lucama, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lucama, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Lucama, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lucama, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lucama, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Lucama, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lucama, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lucama, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lucama, NC

Average UV index in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lucama, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lucama, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lucama, NC

Average visibility in December - Lucama, 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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