December weather forecast
Welcome, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Welcome, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Welcome's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Welcome records a mean low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Welcome, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Welcome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Welcome are January through March, November and December. In Welcome, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Welcome, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

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 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, in Welcome, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Welcome, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Welcome?

December temperatures in Welcome, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Welcome?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Welcome, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Welcome?

The average relative humidity in December in Welcome is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Welcome?

In Welcome, North Carolina, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Welcome in December?

In Welcome, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Welcome?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Welcome?

In Welcome, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Welcome?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Welcome?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Welcome, North Carolina.

How long on average sun shines in December in Welcome?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Welcome is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Welcome?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Welcome, NC

Average temperature in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Welcome, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Welcome, NC

Average wind speed in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Welcome, NC

Average humidity in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Welcome, NC

Average rainfall in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Welcome, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Welcome, NC

Average snowfall in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Welcome, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Welcome, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Welcome, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Welcome, 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 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
Welcome, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Welcome, NC

Average UV index in December - Welcome, 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
Welcome, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Welcome, NC

Average visibility in December - Welcome, 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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