December weather forecast
Orrum, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Orrum, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.2°F (12.9°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). Orrum records a steady low-temperature average of 40.6°F (4.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Orrum, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Orrum, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orrum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.2 days and collects up to 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Orrum, North Carolina, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.1 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Orrum is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Orrum, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Orrum?

The high-temperature, in December, in Orrum, is 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.6°F (4.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orrum?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Orrum in December?

In Orrum, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Orrum?

December is the first month it typically snows in Orrum. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orrum?

The month with the shortest days in Orrum, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Orrum is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Orrum?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orrum, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orrum?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Orrum, North Carolina.

How many hours of sunshine does Orrum have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orrum is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Orrum?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Orrum, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orrum, NC

Average temperature in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orrum, NC

Average pressure in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Orrum, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orrum, NC

Average humidity in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orrum, NC

Average rainfall in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orrum, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orrum, NC

Average snowfall in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Orrum, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Orrum, NC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orrum, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orrum, NC

Average UV index in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Orrum, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Orrum, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Orrum, NC

Average visibility in December - Orrum, 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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