December weather forecast
Harkers Island, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Harkers Island, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) from November's 63.9°F (17.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Harkers Island reflects an average dip to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in December, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Harkers Island, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harkers Island, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 34.76" (883mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Harkers Island is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Harkers Island is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Harkers Island?

In December, in Harkers Island, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Harkers Island?

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

How much does it rain in Harkers Island in December?

In Harkers Island, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Harkers Island?

March through December are months without snowfall in Harkers Island, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Harkers Island in December?

In Harkers Island, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Harkers Island?

In Harkers Island, North Carolina, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). Swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Harkers Island?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Harkers Island?

In Harkers Island, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Harkers Island?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Harkers Island?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Harkers Island have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Harkers Island, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Harkers Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Harkers Island is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average temperature in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average pressure in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average wind speed in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average humidity in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average rainfall in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average snowfall in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harkers Island, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average UV index in December - Harkers Island, 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
Harkers Island, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Harkers Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Harkers Island, NC

Average visibility in December - Harkers Island, 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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