December weather forecast
Walnut Creek, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Walnut Creek, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.5°F (12.5°C) and min 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). An average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

In Walnut Creek, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.7 rainfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Walnut Creek?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Walnut Creek, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Walnut Creek, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Walnut Creek have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Walnut Creek?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average temperature in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average pressure in December - Walnut Creek, 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
Walnut Creek, NC

Average wind speed in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average humidity in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average rainfall in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average snowfall in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 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
Walnut Creek, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walnut Creek, 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 December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average UV index in December - Walnut Creek, 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
Walnut Creek, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Walnut Creek, NC

Average visibility in December - Walnut Creek, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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