December weather forecast
Old Fort, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Fort, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Old Fort are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Old Fort, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Old Fort?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Old Fort, is 48°F (8.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Fort?

In December, the average relative humidity in Old Fort, North Carolina, is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Old Fort?

The months with the most rainfall in Old Fort, North Carolina, are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Old Fort?

In Old Fort, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Old Fort?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Old Fort, North Carolina. Snow falls for 1.7 days and accumulates 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Fort?

In Old Fort, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Fort?

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

How many hours of daylight does Old Fort have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Old Fort?

On the first day of December in Old Fort, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Old Fort?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Old Fort, North Carolina, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Old Fort?

In Old Fort, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Old Fort?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Old Fort?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Old Fort is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Old Fort, NC

Average temperature in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Fort, NC

Average pressure in December - Old Fort, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Old Fort, NC

Average wind speed in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Fort, NC

Average humidity in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Fort, NC

Average rainfall in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Fort, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Fort, NC

Average snowfall in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Fort, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Fort, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Fort, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Fort, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Fort, NC

Average UV index in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Old Fort, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Old Fort, NC

Average visibility in December - Old Fort, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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