December weather forecast
Mountain Island, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mountain Island, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.6°F (3.1°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month in Mountain Island.

Rainfall

In Mountain Island, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mountain Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Mountain Island. December is the month with the most snowfall in Mountain Island. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mountain Island is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into 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. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Mountain Island?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mountain Island, North Carolina, are 51.8°F (11°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Mountain Island?

The most humid month in Mountain Island is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mountain Island?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mountain Island?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Mountain Island?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mountain Island in December?

In Mountain Island, North Carolina, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mountain Island?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mountain Island, North Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Island have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mountain Island?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mountain Island?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Island have in December?

In Mountain Island, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mountain Island?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mountain Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average temperature in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°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: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average pressure in December - Mountain Island, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average wind speed in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average humidity in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average rainfall in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average snowfall in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average UV index in December - Mountain Island, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain Island, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Mountain Island, NC

Average visibility in December - Mountain Island, 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).

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