December weather forecast
Laurel Springs, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laurel Springs, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Laurel Springs, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Laurel Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Laurel Springs, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Laurel Springs, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Laurel Springs during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Laurel Springs, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Laurel Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Laurel Springs is 79%.

How much does it rain in Laurel Springs in December?

In Laurel Springs, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Laurel Springs?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Laurel Springs. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Laurel Springs?

In Laurel Springs, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laurel Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel Springs, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel Springs have in December?

In Laurel Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Laurel Springs?

On the first day of December in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Laurel Springs?

The months with the least sunshine in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Laurel Springs is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Laurel Springs?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Laurel Springs, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in December in Laurel Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Laurel Springs, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average UV index in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Laurel Springs, NC

Average visibility in December - Laurel Springs, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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