December weather forecast
Arapahoe, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arapahoe, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.4°F (6.9°C) and max 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

Arapahoe observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Arapahoe expects an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Arapahoe, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 39.61" (1006mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Arapahoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arapahoe are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arapahoe in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Arapahoe, records 56.7°F (13.7°C), while the low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Arapahoe?

The most humid month in Arapahoe is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Arapahoe?

In December, the average relative humidity in Arapahoe is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Arapahoe?

In Arapahoe, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Arapahoe?

December is the first month it typically snows in Arapahoe, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arapahoe?

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

How many hours of daylight does Arapahoe have in December?

In Arapahoe, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arapahoe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arapahoe, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arapahoe?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Arapahoe have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Arapahoe?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Arapahoe?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arapahoe is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average temperature in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arapahoe, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average wind speed in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average humidity in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average rainfall in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average snowfall in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arapahoe, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arapahoe, NC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Arapahoe, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Arapahoe, NC

Average visibility in December - Arapahoe, 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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