December weather forecast
Pittsboro, NC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Pittsboro, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.4°F (3°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Pittsboro sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During the nights in December, Pittsboro observes an average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, in Pittsboro, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pittsboro, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Pittsboro, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pittsboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.7 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pittsboro is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, in Pittsboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. 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 are December temperatures in Pittsboro?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Pittsboro, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Pittsboro?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Pittsboro?

In December, the average relative humidity in Pittsboro is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pittsboro?

In Pittsboro, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pittsboro in December?

In Pittsboro, North Carolina, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittsboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pittsboro have in December?

The average day length in December in Pittsboro, North Carolina, is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pittsboro?

On the first day of December in Pittsboro, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pittsboro?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Pittsboro, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pittsboro?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pittsboro?

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

Average temperature in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°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 (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average pressure in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average wind speed in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average humidity in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average rainfall in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average snowfall in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
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
Pittsboro, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Pittsboro, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittsboro, 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 3min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pittsboro, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Pittsboro, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Pittsboro, NC

Average visibility in December - Pittsboro, 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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