December weather forecast
Parmele, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Parmele, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Parmele in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to an icy 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Parmele is 78%.

Rainfall

In Parmele, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92.6 rainfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Parmele, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) 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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Parmele, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 39°F (3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parmele?

In Parmele, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parmele, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Parmele have in December?

In Parmele, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Parmele?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Parmele, NC

Average temperature in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Parmele, NC

Average pressure in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Parmele, NC

Average wind speed in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Parmele, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Parmele, NC

Average rainfall in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Parmele, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parmele, NC

Average snowfall in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parmele, NC

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parmele, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parmele, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Parmele, NC

Average UV index in December - Parmele, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Parmele, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Parmele, NC

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

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

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