December weather forecast
Royal Pines, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Royal Pines, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.4°F (9.1°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Royal Pines's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Royal Pines temperatures generally rest at a low of 33.8°F (1°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Royal Pines. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Royal Pines. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, Royal Pines experiences an average high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Royal Pines?

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Royal Pines?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Royal Pines, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Royal Pines, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Royal Pines have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average temperature in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average pressure in December - Royal Pines, 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
Royal Pines, NC

Average wind speed in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average humidity in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average rainfall in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average snowfall in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Royal Pines, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average UV index in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Royal Pines, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

Average visibility in December
Royal Pines, NC

Average visibility in December - Royal Pines, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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