December weather forecast
Tapoco, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tapoco, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Tapoco's average high-temperature eases from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Tapoco experiences an average drop to an icy 34°F (1.1°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tapoco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.7 days and collects up to 46.69" (1186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tapoco, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Tapoco, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tapoco, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tapoco, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tapoco have in December?

In December, the average day length in Tapoco is 9h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tapoco, NC

Average temperature in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Tapoco, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tapoco, NC

Average wind speed in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Tapoco, NC

Average humidity in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Tapoco, NC

Average rainfall in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.84"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Tapoco, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tapoco, NC

Average snowfall in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tapoco, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tapoco, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tapoco, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tapoco, NC

Average UV index in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tapoco, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Tapoco, NC

Average visibility in December - Tapoco, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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