December weather forecast
Neuse Forest, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Neuse Forest, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) from November's comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Neuse Forest, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Neuse Forest. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Neuse Forest, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Neuse Forest, North Carolina, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 66°F (18.9°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Neuse Forest. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Neuse Forest, in December, the average high-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Neuse Forest, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Neuse Forest, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Neuse Forest, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Neuse Forest have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Neuse Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average temperature in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average pressure in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average wind speed in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average humidity in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average rainfall in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average snowfall in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Neuse Forest, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average UV index in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Neuse Forest, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Neuse Forest, NC

Average visibility in December - Neuse Forest, 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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