December weather forecastLattimore, NC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lattimore, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average high of 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) from November's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Lattimore witnesses an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Lattimore, the average high-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

In Lattimore, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall in Lattimore, North Carolina. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

In Lattimore, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

In Lattimore, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

In Lattimore, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 52°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 (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lattimore, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lattimore, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Lattimore, NC

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lattimore, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lattimore, 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
Lattimore, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Lattimore, 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).