December weather forecast
Patterson Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Patterson Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a wintry 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h 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 in Patterson Springs. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Patterson Springs in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

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 in Patterson Springs is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Patterson Springs, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Patterson Springs 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 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Patterson Springs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Patterson Springs, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

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
Patterson Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Patterson Springs, 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
Patterson Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Patterson Springs, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patterson Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average UV index in December - Patterson Springs, 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
Patterson Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Patterson Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Patterson Springs, NC

Average visibility in December - Patterson Springs, 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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