December weather forecast
Hillsborough, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hillsborough, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hillsborough, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hillsborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.5 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hillsborough?

In Hillsborough, in December, the average high-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Hillsborough?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Hillsborough, North Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsborough?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hillsborough?

In Hillsborough, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hillsborough in December?

In Hillsborough, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsborough?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hillsborough have in December?

In December, the average day length in Hillsborough is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hillsborough?

On the first day of December in Hillsborough, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hillsborough?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hillsborough?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hillsborough?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hillsborough?

In Hillsborough, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average temperature in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average pressure in December - Hillsborough, 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
Hillsborough, NC

Average wind speed in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average humidity in December - Hillsborough, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average rainfall in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average snowfall in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
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
Hillsborough, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Hillsborough, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsborough, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsborough, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average UV index in December - Hillsborough, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hillsborough, NC

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Hillsborough, NC

Average visibility in December - Hillsborough, 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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