December weather forecastBalfour, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Balfour, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).Temperature
The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Balfour's temperature drops to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Balfour. Snow falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 4.72" (120mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Balfour is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Balfour, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Balfour, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Balfour, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Balfour, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July and November (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Balfour, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.9"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Balfour, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Balfour, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 4.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Balfour, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balfour, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Balfour, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Balfour, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Balfour, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Balfour, NC
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and December (5mi).
