December weather forecast
Southern Shores, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southern Shores, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

Southern Shores's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). In Southern Shores, the December nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Southern Shores, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.24" (946mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Southern Shores are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Southern Shores, the average seawater temperature in December is 54°F (12.2°C).
Note: Dipping into 54°F (12.2°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Southern Shores is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Southern Shores in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Southern Shores, is 53.4°F (11.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Southern Shores?

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

How much does it rain in Southern Shores in December?

In Southern Shores, North Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Southern Shores?

December is the first month it typically snows in Southern Shores, North Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, the average seawater temperature in December is 54°F (12.2°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southern Shores?

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

How many hours of daylight does Southern Shores have in December?

In Southern Shores, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Southern Shores?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Southern Shores have in December?

In Southern Shores, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Southern Shores?

The months with the lowest UV index in Southern Shores, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Southern Shores?

In Southern Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average temperature in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average pressure in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average wind speed in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Southern Shores, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average sea temperature in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average sea temperature in December: 54°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southern Shores, 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: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Southern Shores, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average UV index in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Southern Shores, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Southern Shores, NC

Average visibility in December - Southern 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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