December weather forecast
Terrells, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Terrells, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Throughout the nights in December, Terrells experiences an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Terrells, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.7 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Terrells, is 52.3°F (11.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Terrells, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Terrells, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Terrells?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Terrells, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Terrells?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Terrells have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°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 (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Terrells, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Terrells, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Terrells, NC

Average humidity in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Terrells, NC

Average rainfall in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Terrells, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Terrells, NC

Average snowfall in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Terrells, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Terrells, NC

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

Average sunshine days in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Terrells, NC

Average UV index in December - Terrells, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Terrells, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Terrells, 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
Terrells, NC

Average visibility in December - Terrells, 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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