December weather forecast
Maury, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maury, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Maury cools down to an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Maury, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Maury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Maury, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Maury, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Maury, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Maury, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Maury?

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

Average temperature in December - Maury, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Maury, NC

Average pressure in December - Maury, 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
Maury, NC

Average wind speed in December - Maury, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Maury, NC

Average humidity in December - Maury, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Maury, NC

Average rainfall in December - Maury, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Maury, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Maury, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maury, NC

Average snowfall in December - Maury, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maury, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Maury, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Maury, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maury, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maury, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Maury, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Maury, NC

Average UV index in December - Maury, 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
Maury, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Maury, NC

Average visibility in December - Maury, 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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