December weather forecastGreensboro, NC
December
Weather in December
December ushers in the final chapter of the year in Greensboro, North Carolina, introducing winter temperatures averaging from 36.1°F (2.3°C) to 50.7°F (10.4°C). Along with the arrival of a biting cold, December sees a flurry of snow, an average of 1.77in, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Despite the cloud cover, the city glows under the festive lights, highlighting the town's charm against a backdrop of mild snowfall. The city welcomes visitors to explore quaint neighborhoods decked in holiday cheer. As the city of Greensboro steps into December, it looks forward to the new year, embracing the brisk winter's chill with warmth and sincerity.Temperature
As November makes way for December, Greensboro's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Greensboro are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Greensboro, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Greensboro, North Carolina. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. In Greensboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.2 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.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 Greensboro, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Greensboro are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 50.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Greensboro, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
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 30min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
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 December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Greensboro, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).
