December weather forecast
Spring Hope, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spring Hope, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In Spring Hope, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Spring Hope, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.1 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Spring Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Spring Hope?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Spring Hope have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Spring Hope is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average temperature in December - Spring Hope, 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 (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average pressure in December - Spring Hope, 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
Spring Hope, NC

Average wind speed in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average humidity in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average rainfall in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average snowfall in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Spring Hope, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spring Hope, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average UV index in December - Spring Hope, 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
Spring Hope, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Spring Hope, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Spring Hope, NC

Average visibility in December - Spring Hope, 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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