December weather forecastBelhaven, NC
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Belhaven, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).Temperature
A subtle shift in Belhaven's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 40.8°F (4.9°C) during December nights.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Belhaven.Rainfall
In Belhaven, North Carolina, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belhaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Belhaven. In Belhaven, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Belhaven, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Belhaven is 61.3°F (16.3°C).Note: A surface water temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Belhaven is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Belhaven, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 40.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average sea temperature in December: 61.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.8°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belhaven, 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 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Belhaven, 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Belhaven, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
