December weather forecast
Gulf, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Gulf, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.7°F (11.5°C) and min 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Gulf reports a consistent average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gulf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Gulf, North Carolina. In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gulf, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) 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 December in Gulf, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gulf, North Carolina. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Gulf?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Gulf?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gulf?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gulf?

In Gulf, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gulf in December?

In Gulf, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gulf?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gulf?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gulf, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gulf?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gulf have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gulf is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gulf?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gulf?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gulf, NC

Average temperature in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°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 (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gulf, NC

Average pressure in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gulf, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gulf, NC

Average humidity in December - Gulf, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gulf, NC

Average rainfall in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gulf, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gulf, NC

Average snowfall in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gulf, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gulf, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gulf, 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 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gulf, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gulf, NC

Average UV index in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gulf, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Gulf, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Gulf, NC

Average visibility in December - Gulf, 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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