December weather forecast
Southern Pines, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southern Pines, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.8°F (12.1°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Southern Pines, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Southern Pines, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Southern Pines, is 53.8°F (12.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Southern Pines, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Southern Pines, in December, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southern Pines?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Southern Pines have in December?

In Southern Pines, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Southern Pines, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average temperature in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average pressure in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average wind speed in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average humidity in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Southern Pines, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southern 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average UV index in December - Southern Pines, 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
Southern Pines, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Southern Pines, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Southern Pines, NC

Average visibility in December - Southern Pines, 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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