December weather forecast
Maiden, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Maiden, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 50.5°F (10.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). During December in Maiden, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Maiden, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Maiden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Maiden. December is the month with the most snowfall in Maiden. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Maiden, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Maiden is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Maiden?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Maiden, is 50.5°F (10.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Maiden?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Maiden, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Maiden?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Maiden?

In Maiden, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Maiden?

The month with the most snowfall in Maiden, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Maiden in December?

In December, in Maiden, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maiden?

December has the shortest days of the year in Maiden, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Maiden?

In Maiden, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maiden?

On the first day of December in Maiden, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Maiden?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Maiden.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maiden?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Maiden, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Maiden?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Maiden, North Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in December in Maiden?

In Maiden, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maiden, NC

Average temperature in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°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 (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Maiden, NC

Average pressure in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maiden, NC

Average wind speed in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maiden, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Maiden, NC

Average rainfall in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Maiden, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maiden, NC

Average snowfall in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maiden, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Maiden, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maiden, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maiden, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Maiden, NC

Average UV index in December - Maiden, 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
Maiden, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Maiden, NC

Average visibility in December - Maiden, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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