December weather forecast
Ostwalt, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Ostwalt, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). During December, Ostwalt experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ostwalt, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.6 rainfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ostwalt are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Ostwalt in December has an average high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Ostwalt, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ostwalt, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ostwalt have in December?

The average day length in December in Ostwalt is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ostwalt?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ostwalt have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ostwalt?

In Ostwalt, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average temperature in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°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 (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average pressure in December - Ostwalt, 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
Ostwalt, NC

Average wind speed in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average humidity in December - Ostwalt, 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
Ostwalt, NC

Average rainfall in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average snowfall in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ostwalt, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Ostwalt, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ostwalt, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ostwalt, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Ostwalt, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ostwalt, NC

Average visibility in December - Ostwalt, 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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