December weather forecast
Rich Square, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rich Square, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Rich Square's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In Rich Square, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rich Square, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Rich Square. December is the first month it typically snows in Rich Square, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Rich Square, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rich Square is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rich Square, North Carolina.

UV index

In Rich Square, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Rich Square?

In Rich Square, 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rich Square?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rich Square is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rich Square in December?

In Rich Square, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Rich Square?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Rich Square?

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 in Rich Square?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rich Square?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rich Square, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rich Square?

The months with the least sunshine in Rich Square are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rich Square have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rich Square?

In Rich Square, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rich Square, NC

Average temperature in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rich Square, NC

Average pressure in December - Rich Square, 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
Rich Square, NC

Average wind speed in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rich Square, NC

Average humidity in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rich Square, NC

Average rainfall in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Rich Square, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rich Square, NC

Average snowfall in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rich Square, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Rich Square, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rich Square, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rich Square, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rich Square, NC

Average UV index in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rich Square, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

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

Average visibility in December
Rich Square, NC

Average visibility in December - Rich Square, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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