December weather forecast
Whittier, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whittier, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.1°F (8.4°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C). Whittier's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Whittier, 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Whittier. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Whittier, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

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 Whittier have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whittier, NC

Average temperature in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whittier, NC

Average wind speed in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Whittier, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whittier, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whittier, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whittier, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Whittier, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Whittier, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Whittier, NC

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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