December weather forecast
Whispering Pines, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Throughout December, Whispering Pines's nights cool down to an average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whispering Pines, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whispering Pines, there are 161.2 rainfall days, and 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whispering Pines, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Whispering Pines.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Whispering Pines?

December temperatures in Whispering Pines vary between a high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Whispering Pines?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Whispering Pines?

The average relative humidity in December in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Whispering Pines in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whispering Pines in December?

In Whispering Pines, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whispering Pines?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Whispering Pines?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Whispering Pines?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Whispering Pines?

The months with the least sunshine in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Whispering Pines have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Whispering Pines, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Whispering Pines?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average temperature in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average pressure in December - Whispering Pines, 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
Whispering Pines, NC

Average wind speed in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average humidity in December - Whispering Pines, 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
Whispering Pines, NC

Average rainfall in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average snowfall in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Whispering Pines, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whispering Pines, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average UV index in December - Whispering Pines, 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
Whispering Pines, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Whispering Pines, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Whispering Pines, NC

Average visibility in December - Whispering Pines, 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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