December weather forecastAtkinson, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Atkinson, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).Temperature
December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). Throughout the month of December, Atkinson sees a steady low-temperature average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Atkinson is 78%.Rainfall
In Atkinson, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Atkinson, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Atkinson. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Atkinson, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Atkinson.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 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 and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Atkinson, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Atkinson, 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).
