December weather forecast
Providence, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Providence, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). In Providence, the December nights cool down to an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Providence, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Providence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Providence are January and December, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Providence, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Providence?

The high-temperature, in December, in Providence, records 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Providence?

The most humid month in Providence, North Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Providence?

The average relative humidity in December in Providence is 76%.

How much does it rain in Providence in December?

In December, in Providence, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Providence?

The months with the most snowfall in Providence, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Providence in December?

In Providence, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Providence?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Providence?

In December, the average day length in Providence is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Providence?

On the first day of December in Providence, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Providence?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Providence?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Providence is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Providence?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Providence?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Providence, NC

Average temperature in December - Providence, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Providence, NC

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

Average wind speed in December
Providence, NC

Average wind speed in December - Providence, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Providence, NC

Average humidity in December - Providence, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Providence, NC

Average rainfall in December - Providence, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Providence, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Providence, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Providence, NC

Average snowfall in December - Providence, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Providence, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Providence, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Providence, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Providence, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (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
Providence, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Providence, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Providence, NC

Average UV index in December - Providence, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Providence, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Providence, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Providence, NC

Average visibility in December - Providence, 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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