December weather forecast
Poplar Branch, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Poplar Branch, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

In Poplar Branch, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Poplar Branch registers an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Poplar Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Poplar Branch, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Poplar Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Poplar Branch in December?

In Poplar Branch, in December, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Poplar Branch, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Poplar Branch?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Poplar Branch?

In Poplar Branch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average temperature in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average pressure in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average humidity in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Poplar Branch, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Branch, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average UV index in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar Branch, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Poplar Branch, NC

Average visibility in December - Poplar Branch, 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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