December weather forecastKitty Hawk, NC
December
Weather in December
December in Kitty Hawk marks the commencement of winter, with temperatures taking a deep plunge. The exception to Kitty Hawk's typical no-snow winters is the narrow margin of snowfall of 0.04" (1mm). Given the chilly sea temperature of 54°F (12.2°C), beach activities are firmly off the agenda. The transformation from December to January brings minor fluctuations in weather conditions. However, the chillyness intensifies as the New Year beckons.Temperature
Kitty Hawk's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Kitty Hawk, during December nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a frosty 46.4°F (8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Kitty Hawk. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kitty Hawk, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 54°F (12.2°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Kitty Hawk is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average sea temperature in December: 54°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kitty Hawk, 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 June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Kitty Hawk, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Kitty Hawk, 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).
