December weather forecast
Denton, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Denton, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.9°F (2.7°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Denton's average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Denton's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Denton, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Denton, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Denton?

In Denton, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.8°F (11°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Denton?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Denton.

What is the average humidity in December in Denton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Denton, North Carolina, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Denton?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Denton?

The month with the most snowfall in Denton, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Denton?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Denton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Denton?

On the first day of December in Denton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Denton?

The month with the least sunshine in Denton is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Denton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Denton is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Denton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Denton, NC

Average temperature in December - Denton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Denton, NC

Average pressure in December - Denton, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Denton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Denton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Denton, NC

Average humidity in December - Denton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Denton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Denton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Denton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Denton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Denton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Denton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
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
Denton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Denton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Denton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Denton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Denton, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Denton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Denton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Denton, NC

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

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

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