December weather forecast
Milton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Milton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Milton, North Carolina, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Milton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Milton are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Milton, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Milton, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Milton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Milton?

In Milton, 49.8°F (9.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.4°F (1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Milton?

The most humid month in Milton, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Milton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Milton, North Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Milton?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Milton?

The months with the most snowfall in Milton are January and December, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Milton in December?

In Milton, North Carolina, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Milton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Milton, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Milton have in December?

The average day length in December in Milton, North Carolina, is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Milton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Milton?

The months with the least sunshine in Milton, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Milton?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Milton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Milton.

What is the UV index reading in December in Milton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Milton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Milton, NC

Average temperature in December - Milton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Milton, NC

Average pressure in December - Milton, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Milton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Milton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Milton, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Milton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Milton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Milton, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Milton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Milton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milton, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Milton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Milton, NC

Average UV index in December - Milton, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Milton, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Milton, NC

Average visibility in December - Milton, 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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