December weather forecast
New London, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in New London, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). New London's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In New London, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In New London, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 29.02" (737mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In New London, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In New London, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.6 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in New London, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in New London, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in New London are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In New London, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New London, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in New London in December?

In New London, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in New London?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does New London have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New London, NC

Average temperature in December - New London, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New London, NC

Average pressure in December - New London, 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
New London, NC

Average wind speed in December - New London, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
New London, NC

Average humidity in December - New London, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New London, NC

Average rainfall in December - New London, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
New London, NC

Average rainfall days in December - New London, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
New London, NC

Average snowfall in December - New London, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New London, NC

Average snowfall days in December - New London, 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
New London, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New London, 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
New London, NC

Average sunshine days in December - New London, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
New London, NC

Average UV index in December - New London, 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
New London, NC

Average cloud cover in December - New London, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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
New London, NC

Average visibility in December - New London, 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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