December weather forecast
Bethel, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Bethel, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Bethel's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Bethel, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Bethel, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bethel, North Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bethel, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bethel?

During December, Bethel experiences an average high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bethel?

In Bethel, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Bethel in December?

In Bethel, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Bethel?

December is the first month it typically snows in Bethel. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bethel?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bethel?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bethel?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bethel?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bethel, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Bethel?

In Bethel, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethel, NC

Average temperature in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bethel, NC

Average pressure in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bethel, NC

Average wind speed in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bethel, NC

Average humidity in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bethel, NC

Average rainfall in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bethel, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bethel, NC

Average snowfall in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bethel, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Bethel, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethel, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bethel, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Bethel, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bethel, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bethel, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Bethel, NC

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

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

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