December weather forecast
Mint Hill, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Mint Hill, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Mint Hill's temperature drops to an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Mint Hill, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mint Hill, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Mint Hill. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Mint Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mint Hill, North Carolina.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mint Hill in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Mint Hill?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Mint Hill?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Mint Hill in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mint Hill?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mint Hill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mint Hill have in December?

The average day length in December in Mint Hill is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mint Hill?

On the first day of December in Mint Hill, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mint Hill?

The month with the least sunshine in Mint Hill, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mint Hill have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mint Hill?

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

Average temperature in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.7°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 (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mint Hill, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average wind speed in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average humidity in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average rainfall in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average snowfall in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Mint Hill, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mint Hill, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average UV index in December - Mint Hill, 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
Mint Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Mint Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Mint Hill, NC

Average visibility in December - Mint Hill, 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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