December is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Dare County. December is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Dare County for any length of time. Consider visiting Dare County in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
The average maximum temperature in Dare County in December is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 21° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average temperature in Dare County in December is 14°. The average temperature ranges is 17° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Dare County in December is 10°. The minimum temperature is 12° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Dare County in December are 10 and there are 5.8 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Dare County in December is typically 3.8 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Dare County in December is 19.5° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Dare County in December is 40.2cm and on average there are 12.4 rainy days in December making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Dare County in December is 12° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 13° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Dare County in December is typically 88.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.6% in the previous month and 87.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Dare County in December is typically 73.1%. The average relative humidity is 71.6% in the previous month and 71.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Dare County in December is typically 25kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Dare County in December is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Dare County in December is from the South East.
