December weather forecast
Wanchese, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Wanchese, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) in November to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated in Wanchese throughout the December nights, averaging a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Wanchese, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wanchese, North Carolina, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Wanchese, snow does not fall in April through December.

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 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Wanchese, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Wanchese?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wanchese, North Carolina, are 55°F (12.8°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wanchese?

The average relative humidity in December in Wanchese, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wanchese?

In December, in Wanchese, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wanchese?

In Wanchese, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through December.

Does it snow in Wanchese in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Wanchese?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wanchese have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wanchese?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wanchese, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Wanchese?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wanchese?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Wanchese?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Wanchese, North Carolina.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wanchese?

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

Average temperature in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wanchese, NC

Average pressure in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wanchese, NC

Average wind speed in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10mph).

Average humidity in December
Wanchese, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wanchese, NC

Average rainfall in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Wanchese, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wanchese, NC

Average snowfall in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wanchese, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Wanchese, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wanchese, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wanchese, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Wanchese, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wanchese, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wanchese, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Wanchese, NC

Average visibility in December - Wanchese, 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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