December weather forecast
Princeville, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Princeville, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Princeville experiences an average low-temperature reading of 39°F (3.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Princeville, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Princeville, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.9 days and aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Princeville.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Princeville, NC

Average temperature in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeville, NC

Average pressure in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Princeville, NC

Average wind speed in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Princeville, NC

Average humidity in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeville, NC

Average rainfall in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeville, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeville, NC

Average snowfall in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princeville, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Princeville, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princeville, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeville, NC

Average UV index in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Princeville, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Princeville, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Princeville, NC

Average visibility in December - Princeville, 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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