December weather forecast
Oriental, NC

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As December arrives, Oriental's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oriental, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of 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. 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 Oriental, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Oriental, records 56.7°F (13.7°C), while the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oriental, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is 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 month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:05 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 Oriental have in December?

In Oriental, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Oriental, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oriental, NC

Average temperature in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average pressure in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average wind speed in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average humidity in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average rainfall in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average snowfall in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Oriental, 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oriental, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oriental, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oriental, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average UV index in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Oriental, 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
Oriental, NC

Average visibility in December - Oriental, 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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