December weather forecast
Red Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Red Springs, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Red Springs's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a comfortable 60.8°F (16°C) in November to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Red Springs throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In Red Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Red Springs, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Red Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.4 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Red Springs, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Red Springs, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Red Springs, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Red Springs, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Red Springs?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Red Springs are 55°F (12.8°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Red Springs?

The average relative humidity in December in Red Springs is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Red Springs?

In Red Springs, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Red Springs?

In December, in Red Springs, North Carolina, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Red Springs?

The month with the shortest days in Red Springs is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Red Springs have in December?

The average day length in December in Red Springs, North Carolina, is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Red Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Red Springs, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Red Springs?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Red Springs have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Red Springs?

In Red Springs, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Red Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Red Springs, NC

Average pressure in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Red Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Red Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Red Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Red Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Red Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Red Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.9 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
Red Springs, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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
Red Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Red Springs, NC

Average UV index in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Red Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Red Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Red Springs, NC

Average visibility in December - Red Springs, 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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