December weather forecast
Dunbar, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunbar, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Dunbar's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 39°F (3.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dunbar is 77%.

Rainfall

In Dunbar, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dunbar, North Carolina, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Dunbar. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Dunbar, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.9 days and aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dunbar.
On the first day of December in Dunbar, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 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 Dunbar, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dunbar?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dunbar during December are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dunbar?

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

How much does it rain in Dunbar in December?

In Dunbar, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Dunbar?

December is the first month it typically snows in Dunbar. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dunbar?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Dunbar, North Carolina, is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dunbar?

On the first day of December in Dunbar, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dunbar?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Dunbar have in December?

In Dunbar, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dunbar?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunbar is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dunbar, NC

Average temperature in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dunbar, NC

Average pressure in December - Dunbar, 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
Dunbar, NC

Average wind speed in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dunbar, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dunbar, NC

Average rainfall in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dunbar, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dunbar, NC

Average snowfall in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
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
Dunbar, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Dunbar, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 June (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
Dunbar, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Dunbar, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dunbar, NC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Dunbar, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Dunbar, 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 31).

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Average visibility in December
Dunbar, NC

Average visibility in December - Dunbar, 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).

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