December weather forecast
Patterson, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Patterson, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) on average during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Patterson is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Patterson, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Patterson are January through May, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Patterson. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Patterson, 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.

Sunshine

In Patterson, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Patterson are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Patterson?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Patterson, is 45.7°F (7.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Patterson?

In Patterson, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Patterson in December?

In Patterson, North Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Patterson?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.8 days and accumulates 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Patterson?

In December, in Patterson, North Carolina, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Patterson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Patterson have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Patterson?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Patterson?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Patterson, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Patterson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Patterson?

In Patterson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Patterson, NC

Average temperature in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Patterson, NC

Average pressure in December - Patterson, 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
Patterson, NC

Average wind speed in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Patterson, NC

Average humidity in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Patterson, NC

Average rainfall in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Patterson, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Patterson, NC

Average snowfall in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Patterson, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Patterson, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Patterson, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Patterson, NC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Patterson, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Patterson, NC

Average visibility in December - Patterson, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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