December weather forecast
Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wrightsville Beach, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

December observes an average high-temperature of a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C), marking an insignificant difference from November's 63.5°F (17.5°C). Wrightsville Beach temperatures generally rest at a low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wrightsville Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Wrightsville Beach, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wrightsville Beach in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, are 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wrightsville Beach, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January, February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wrightsville Beach?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wrightsville Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Wrightsville Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average temperature in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average pressure in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average humidity in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average UV index in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average visibility in December - Wrightsville Beach, 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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