December weather forecast
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature stands at a still refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C), closely aligned with November's 63.3°F (17.4°C). Pine Knoll Shores's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pine Knoll Shores, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Pine Knoll Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pine Knoll Shores is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°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 computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pine Knoll Shores, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Pine Knoll Shores, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Pine Knoll Shores, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Pine Knoll Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pine Knoll Shores have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pine Knoll Shores is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average temperature in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Pine Knoll Shores, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average humidity in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average UV index in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average visibility in December - Pine Knoll Shores, 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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