December Weather in Chapel Hill

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Chapel Hill, United States, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (46°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to -6°C (22°F). Typically, the humidity level in Chapel Hill throughout December hovers around 88%.

-6°C (22°F)

Minimum temperature

8°C (46°F)

Average temperature

21°C (70°F)

Maximum temperature

88%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Chapel Hill averages 151 mm (6.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 9 hours 46 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 46 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

151 mm (6.0 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

5 hours 46 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Chapel Hill reaches a maximum of 3, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 10:00 and 12:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 3 3 3 3 2 1 1 0 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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