December weather forecast
Smithfield, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithfield, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average low of 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Smithfield throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Smithfield, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Smithfield, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smithfield, North Carolina.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Smithfield.

UV index

In Smithfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Smithfield in December?

In December, in Smithfield, the average high-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, North Carolina, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Smithfield?

March through December are months without snowfall in Smithfield, North Carolina.

Does it snow in Smithfield in December?

In Smithfield, North Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithfield?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Smithfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithfield, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Smithfield?

The months with the least sunshine in Smithfield are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Smithfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smithfield, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Smithfield, NC

Average wind speed in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smithfield, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smithfield, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smithfield, NC

Average snowfall in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Smithfield, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithfield, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smithfield, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smithfield, NC

Average UV index in December - Smithfield, 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
Smithfield, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Smithfield, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Smithfield, NC

Average visibility in December - Smithfield, 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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