December weather forecast
Monroe, NC

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Weather in December

December brings with it the full blast of the winter season in Monroe. The cool winter climate manifests with temperatures dipping to an average low of 39°F (3.9°C). The city wears a festive look as holiday lights brighten up the early evenings. Occasional snowflakes might appear, enhancing this festive atmosphere. Despite the cold, the city's charm remains undiminished, offering a variety of winter recreational activities for residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

December in Monroe, North Carolina, is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Monroe observes an average nighttime temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Monroe, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In December, in Monroe, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Monroe. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Monroe, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Monroe is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Monroe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Monroe?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Monroe are 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Monroe?

The months with the highest humidity in Monroe are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Monroe?

The average relative humidity in December in Monroe, North Carolina, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monroe?

In December, in Monroe, North Carolina, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Monroe?

December is the first month it typically snows in Monroe. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monroe?

December has the shortest days of the year in Monroe, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in December?

In Monroe, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Monroe?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Monroe?

The month with the least sunshine in Monroe, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Monroe?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Monroe?

In Monroe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monroe, NC

Average temperature in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Monroe, NC

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

Average wind speed in December
Monroe, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Monroe, NC

Average humidity in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Monroe, NC

Average rainfall in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Monroe, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monroe, NC

Average snowfall in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monroe, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Monroe, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monroe, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monroe, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Monroe, NC

Average UV index in December - Monroe, 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
Monroe, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Monroe, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Monroe, NC

Average visibility in December - Monroe, 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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