December weather forecast
Pleasant Garden, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Garden, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Pleasant Garden's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Garden, North Carolina, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Pleasant Garden, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Pleasant Garden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature during December is 51.6°F (10.9°C) and the low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Pleasant Garden is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Garden, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.42" (36mm) 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 Pleasant Garden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Pleasant Garden, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 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 Pleasant Garden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Garden, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Garden, NC

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Garden, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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