December weather forecast
Wilson, NC

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Weather in December

December places Wilson deep within the grip of winter with temperatures dipping further than in November. While the month brings the year's lowest average high temperatures, they rarely fall below freezing at 53.2°F (11.8°C). The cloudy days, now at their maximum for the year, shroud the city more often than in November. A nightly drop in temperatures accompanies the decrease in daylight duration. Winter's full-on assault continues, with the UV index descending to match its lowest point of the year.

Temperature

Start of December in Wilson brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Wilson, North Carolina, hover around an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wilson is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wilson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wilson are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Wilson. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Wilson, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.6 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Wilson is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Wilson, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Wilson?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wilson, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wilson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wilson?

In Wilson, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Wilson?

December is the first month it typically snows in Wilson. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wilson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wilson have in December?

In Wilson, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wilson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wilson?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Wilson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Wilson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Wilson, NC

Average temperature in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Wilson, NC

Average pressure in December - Wilson, 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
Wilson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wilson, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wilson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Wilson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wilson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wilson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Wilson, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilson, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wilson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Wilson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Wilson, NC

Average UV index in December - Wilson, 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
Wilson, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Wilson, NC

Average visibility in December - Wilson, 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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