December weather forecast
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

Pine Knoll Shores registers an average high-temperature of a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) with the arrival of December, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Pine Knoll Shores usually reports an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pine Knoll Shores, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Pine Knoll Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 66°F (18.9°C).
Note: In water with a temperature of 66°F (18.9°C), most individuals do not find swimming enjoyable. As the temperature falls from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes more difficult.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pine Knoll Shores, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina.

UV index

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in December leads to these recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Pine Knoll Shores?

Pine Knoll Shores in December has an average high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

In December, in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Pine Knoll Shores?

March through December are months without snowfall in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Pine Knoll Shores in December?

In Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 66°F (18.9°C). For most, swimming in 66°F (18.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Pine Knoll Shores?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

In Pine Knoll Shores, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pine Knoll Shores?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Pine Knoll Shores?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pine Knoll Shores is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average temperature in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average pressure in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average wind speed in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average humidity in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 65.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pine Knoll Shores, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average UV index in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Pine Knoll Shores, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Pine Knoll Shores, NC

Average visibility in December - Pine Knoll Shores, 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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