December weather forecast
Shallotte, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shallotte, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Shallotte experiences a mean temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.1 rainfall days, and 41.22" (1047mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shallotte is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shallotte, records 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shallotte, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Shallotte, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Shallotte, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Shallotte, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shallotte, NC

Average temperature in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in December
Shallotte, NC

Average pressure in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shallotte, NC

Average wind speed in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shallotte, NC

Average humidity in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Shallotte, NC

Average rainfall in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Shallotte, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shallotte, NC

Average snowfall in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shallotte, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shallotte, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Shallotte, NC

Average UV index in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Shallotte, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Shallotte, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Shallotte, NC

Average visibility in December - Shallotte, 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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