December weather forecastMacon, NC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macon, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Macon's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Macon, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In Macon, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Macon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.7 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Macon, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Macon, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Macon are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Macon during December are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

The months with the highest humidity in Macon, North Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Macon, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Macon, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

In Macon, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Macon, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Macon.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Macon, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Macon, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°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 (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Macon, NC

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Macon, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Macon, NC

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Macon, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Macon, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Macon, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Macon, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Macon, NC

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min

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 24min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Macon, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Macon, 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
Macon, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Macon, NC

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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