December weather forecast
Morrisville, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Morrisville, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

In Morrisville, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). In the month of December, Morrisville's average low-temperature falls to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Morrisville, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.9 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Morrisville, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.9 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Morrisville is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Morrisville, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Morrisville, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Morrisville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Morrisville, NC

Average temperature in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°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 (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Morrisville, NC

Average pressure in December - Morrisville, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Morrisville, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Morrisville, NC

Average humidity in December - Morrisville, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Morrisville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Morrisville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Morrisville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Morrisville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Morrisville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Morrisville, 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 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
Morrisville, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Morrisville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Morrisville, NC

Average UV index in December - Morrisville, 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
Morrisville, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Morrisville, NC

Average visibility in December - Morrisville, 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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