December weather forecast
Alamance, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alamance, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.1°F (10.6°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Alamance records an average nighttime low of 36.3°F (2.4°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alamance, North Carolina, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alamance, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alamance are January through March, November and December. In Alamance, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Alamance is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alamance are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alamance in December?

During December, Alamance experiences an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alamance?

In Alamance, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Alamance in December?

In Alamance, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alamance?

In Alamance, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alamance?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Alamance?

In Alamance, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alamance?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alamance?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Alamance.

How many hours of sunshine does Alamance have in December?

In Alamance, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alamance?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alamance?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alamance, NC

Average temperature in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alamance, NC

Average pressure in December - Alamance, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Alamance, NC

Average wind speed in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alamance, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alamance, NC

Average rainfall in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alamance, NC

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alamance, NC

Average snowfall in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alamance, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Alamance, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alamance, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alamance, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alamance, NC

Average UV index in December - Alamance, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Alamance, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Alamance, NC

Average visibility in December - Alamance, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).

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