December weather forecast
Newton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newton, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C). During the nights in December, Newton experiences a consistent average temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Newton, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Newton, in December, the average high-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Newton?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Newton, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Newton, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 is the sunrise / sunset in December in Newton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 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 long on average sun shines in December in Newton?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Newton, NC

Average temperature in December - Newton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Newton, NC

Average pressure in December - Newton, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Newton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Newton, NC

Average humidity in December - Newton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Newton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Newton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Newton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Newton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Newton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Newton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Newton, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Newton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Newton, NC

Average UV index in December - Newton, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newton, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Newton, NC

Average visibility in December - Newton, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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