December weather forecast
Penelope, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Penelope, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Penelope, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Penelope.

Rainfall

In Penelope, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. In Penelope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Penelope, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Penelope, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Penelope. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Penelope?

The high-temperature, in December, in Penelope, is 50°F (10°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Penelope?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Penelope, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Penelope?

In December, the average relative humidity in Penelope, North Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Penelope?

In December, in Penelope, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Penelope?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Penelope. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Penelope in December?

In December, in Penelope, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Penelope?

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

How many hours of daylight does Penelope have in December?

The average day length in December in Penelope is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Penelope?

On the first day of December in Penelope, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Penelope?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Penelope, North Carolina, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Penelope?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Penelope?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Penelope?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Penelope, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Penelope, NC

Average temperature in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Penelope, NC

Average pressure in December - Penelope, 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
Penelope, NC

Average wind speed in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Penelope, NC

Average humidity in December - Penelope, 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
Penelope, NC

Average rainfall in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Penelope, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Penelope, NC

Average snowfall in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Penelope, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Penelope, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Penelope, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Penelope, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Penelope, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Penelope, NC

Average UV index in December - Penelope, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Penelope, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Penelope, 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
Penelope, NC

Average visibility in December - Penelope, 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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