December weather forecast
Sunset Beach, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average high of 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

Sunset Beach's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C), a slight deviation from 63.5°F (17.5°C). Sunset Beach records a consistent low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sunset Beach, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sunset Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Sunset Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sunset Beach in December?

In December, in Sunset Beach, the average high-temperature is 58.3°F (14.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, June, August, 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%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sunset Beach, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Sunset Beach, North Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sunset Beach?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset Beach have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Sunset Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average temperature in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average pressure in December - Sunset Beach, 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
Sunset Beach, NC

Average wind speed in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average humidity in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunset Beach, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average UV index in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Sunset Beach, NC

Average visibility in December - Sunset Beach, 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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