December weather forecast
Lenoir, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lenoir, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.1°F (9.5°C) and min 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Lenoir's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, Lenoir experiences an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Lenoir.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lenoir. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lenoir.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lenoir are January, February 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lenoir in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lenoir, North Carolina, are 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Lenoir?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Lenoir?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Lenoir?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Lenoir, North Carolina. Rain falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Lenoir?

In Lenoir, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Lenoir?

The month with the most snowfall in Lenoir, North Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Lenoir?

In Lenoir, North Carolina, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lenoir?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Lenoir?

The average day length in December in Lenoir is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lenoir?

On the first day of December in Lenoir, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lenoir?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lenoir, North Carolina.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lenoir?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lenoir?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lenoir, North Carolina, 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
Lenoir, NC

Average temperature in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lenoir, NC

Average pressure in December - Lenoir, 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
Lenoir, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lenoir, NC

Average humidity in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lenoir, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lenoir, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lenoir, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lenoir, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lenoir, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lenoir, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lenoir, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lenoir, NC

Average UV index in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lenoir, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Lenoir, NC

Average visibility in December - Lenoir, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).

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