December weather forecast
Oak City, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Oak City, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Oak City's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) to Oak City.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Oak City is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oak City, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oak City, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.6 days and collects up to 8.23" (209mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Oak City. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Oak City, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Oak City is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Oak City, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Oak City.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Oak City?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Oak City, is 53.8°F (12.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oak City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oak City?

In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Oak City?

December is the first month it typically snows in Oak City. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oak City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oak City have in December?

In Oak City, North Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oak City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oak City, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oak City?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Oak City.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oak City is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Oak City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oak City, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oak City, NC

Average temperature in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oak City, NC

Average pressure in December - Oak City, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Oak City, NC

Average wind speed in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oak City, NC

Average humidity in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and October (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oak City, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oak City, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oak City, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oak City, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oak City, NC

Average UV index in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oak City, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Oak City, NC

Average visibility in December - Oak City, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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