December weather forecast
Holly Springs, NC

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Weather in December

The end of the year in Holly Springs arrives with December's distinctly winter weather. December shows a drop in the thermometer to display the year's second-lowest temperatures, ranging from 38.3°F (3.5°C) to 53.1°F (11.7°C). There's a marked rise in average snowfall during this month, signifying winter’s full arrival. Against the backdrop of the year's shortest daylight hours, the city witnesses a return of the winter scenery, where barren brown branches starkly contrast the dull grey skyline. Concluding the climatic cycle, December’s chilly weather turns the page on November’s relatively milder narrative, carving the path into the next year.

Temperature

Holly Springs's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). During December, Holly Springs's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Holly Springs, North Carolina.

Rainfall

In Holly Springs, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Holly Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Holly Springs, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Holly Springs, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Holly Springs, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Holly Springs are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Holly Springs in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Holly Springs, North Carolina, are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Holly Springs?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Holly Springs?

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

How much does it rain in Holly Springs in December?

In Holly Springs, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Holly Springs?

In Holly Springs, North Carolina, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Holly Springs?

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

How many hours of daylight does Holly Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Holly Springs?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Holly Springs?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Holly Springs?

The average sunshine duration in December in Holly Springs is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Holly Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Holly Springs, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Holly Springs?

In Holly Springs, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average temperature in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average pressure in December - Holly Springs, 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
Holly Springs, NC

Average wind speed in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average humidity in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, June, July and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
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
Holly Springs, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Holly Springs, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holly Springs, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average UV index in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Holly Springs, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Holly Springs, NC

Average visibility in December - Holly Springs, 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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