December weather forecast
Piney Creek, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Piney Creek, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Piney Creek witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Piney Creek are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Piney Creek, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Piney Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Piney Creek.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Piney Creek, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Piney Creek. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Piney Creek in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Piney Creek, records 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Piney Creek?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Piney Creek?

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

How much does it rain in Piney Creek in December?

In December, in Piney Creek, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Piney Creek?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Piney Creek?

In December, in Piney Creek, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piney Creek?

The month with the shortest days in Piney Creek is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Piney Creek?

In Piney Creek, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Piney Creek?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Piney Creek, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Piney Creek?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Piney Creek?

The months with the lowest UV index in Piney Creek are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Piney Creek?

In Piney Creek, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average temperature in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average pressure in December - Piney Creek, 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
Piney Creek, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average humidity in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average rainfall in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average snowfall in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average UV index in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Piney Creek, NC

Average visibility in December - Piney Creek, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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