December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Speed, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Speed, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Speed, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Speed. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.9 snowfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Speed are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Speed in December?

In Speed, 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 39°F (3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. 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 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Speed, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Speed have in December?

In Speed, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Speed?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Speed, NC

Average temperature in December - Speed, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Speed, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Speed, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Speed, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Speed, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Speed, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Speed, NC

Average snowfall in December - Speed, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Speed, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Speed, NC

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

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Speed, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Speed, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Speed, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Speed, NC

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

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

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Speed, 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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