December weather forecast
Maxton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maxton, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Maxton observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C) in November to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Maxton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Maxton, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maxton, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Maxton, in December, during 0.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maxton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Maxton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Maxton?

The high-temperature during December is 54.9°F (12.7°C) and the low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Maxton?

The months with the highest humidity in Maxton are May, August, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Maxton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Maxton?

In Maxton, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Maxton in December?

In Maxton, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maxton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Maxton, North Carolina, is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Maxton?

On the first day of December in Maxton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Maxton?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Maxton?

In Maxton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Maxton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Maxton is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maxton, NC

Average temperature in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Maxton, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maxton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Maxton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August, September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Maxton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Maxton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maxton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maxton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Maxton, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maxton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Maxton, NC

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

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 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maxton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Maxton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Maxton, NC

Average visibility in December - Maxton, 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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