December weather forecast
Topton, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Topton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

Topton, North Carolina, experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Topton, the average nighttime temperature during December is a cold 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Topton.

Rainfall

In Topton, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation. In Topton, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.7 days and collects up to 46.69" (1186mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Topton, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Topton, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Topton, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Topton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Topton in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Topton, is 48.7°F (9.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Topton?

The months with the highest humidity in Topton, North Carolina, are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Topton?

The average relative humidity in December in Topton, North Carolina, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Topton?

In Topton, North Carolina, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Topton in December?

In Topton, North Carolina, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Topton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Topton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Topton, North Carolina, is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Topton?

On the first day of December in Topton, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Topton?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Topton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Topton is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Topton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Topton.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Topton?

In Topton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Topton, NC

Average temperature in December - Topton, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Topton, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Topton, NC

Average wind speed in December - Topton, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Topton, NC

Average humidity in December - Topton, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Topton, NC

Average rainfall in December - Topton, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.84"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Topton, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Topton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Topton, NC

Average snowfall in December - Topton, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Topton, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Topton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Topton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Topton, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Topton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Topton, NC

Average UV index in December - Topton, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Topton, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Topton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Topton, NC

Average visibility in December - Topton, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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