December weather forecastRockingham, NC

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Rockingham, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.6°F (4.2°C) and max 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Rockingham's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.2 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rockingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 54.3°F (12.4°C) and the low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

The wettest months are May and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Rockingham, in December, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

In Rockingham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockingham, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockingham, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Rockingham, NC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rockingham, 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).