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Charlotte weather in December (North Carolina, United States of America)

Is December a good time to explore Charlotte weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Charlotte includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 2°C.

Precipitation

Charlotte in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 115 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 170 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Charlotte. April, May and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Charlotte climate page with graphs.

 

Charlotte, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 115 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67%  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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