December weather forecast
Newport, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Newport, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). Newport's average low-temperature is measured at a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) during December.

Humidity

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Newport.

Rainfall

In Newport, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 182.6 rainfall days, and 44.53" (1131mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Newport, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Newport.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Newport. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's 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 are December temperatures in Newport?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Newport, North Carolina, during December are 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Newport?

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Newport?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Newport?

In December, in Newport, North Carolina, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Newport?

In Newport, snow does not fall in April through December.

Does it snow in Newport in December?

In Newport, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newport?

The month with the shortest days in Newport is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

In December, the average day length in Newport, North Carolina, is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newport?

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, in Newport, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Newport?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Newport is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Newport?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newport?

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

Average temperature in December - Newport, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, NC

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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
Newport, NC

Average wind speed in December - Newport, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Newport, NC

Average humidity in December - Newport, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, NC

Average rainfall in December - Newport, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, NC

Average snowfall in December - Newport, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Newport, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, NC

Average UV index in December - Newport, 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
Newport, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Newport, NC

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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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