December weather forecast
Engelhard, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Engelhard, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.2°F (11.2°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Engelhard records an average high-temperature of a moderate 59°F (15°C), almost consistent with November. Engelhard's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Engelhard is 76%.

Rainfall

In Engelhard, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Engelhard, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Engelhard, North Carolina. The months with the most snowfall days in Engelhard are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Engelhard, North Carolina, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Engelhard, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

In Engelhard, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Engelhard in December?

In December, in Engelhard, the average high-temperature is 59°F (15°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Engelhard?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Engelhard?

In Engelhard, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Engelhard?

The months with the most snowfall days are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

When does it start to snow in Engelhard?

December is the first month it typically snows in Engelhard. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Engelhard?

The month with the shortest days in Engelhard is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

In Engelhard, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Engelhard?

On the first day of December in Engelhard, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Engelhard have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Engelhard?

In Engelhard, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Engelhard, NC

Average temperature in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in December
Engelhard, NC

Average pressure in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Engelhard, NC

Average wind speed in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

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Average humidity in December
Engelhard, NC

Average humidity in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Engelhard, NC

Average rainfall in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Engelhard, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Engelhard, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 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
Engelhard, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Engelhard, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Engelhard, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Engelhard, NC

Average UV index in December - Engelhard, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Engelhard, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Engelhard, 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 26).

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Average visibility in December
Engelhard, NC

Average visibility in December - Engelhard, 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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