December weather forecast
Purlear, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Purlear, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). Purlear's average low-temperature in December is measured at an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Purlear, there are 171 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Purlear, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Purlear, is 48°F (8.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Purlear, North Carolina, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Purlear?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Purlear, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Purlear have in December?

In Purlear, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Purlear have in December?

In Purlear, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Purlear, NC

Average temperature in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Purlear, NC

Average pressure in December - Purlear, 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
Purlear, NC

Average wind speed in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Purlear, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Purlear, NC

Average rainfall in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Purlear, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Purlear, NC

Average snowfall in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Purlear, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Purlear, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Purlear, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Purlear, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Purlear, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Purlear, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Purlear, NC

Average visibility in December - Purlear, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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