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

How does the December weather in Raleigh compare to other months? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Raleigh includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Daytime temperatures hover around 14°C, while nights can cool down to about 2°C.

Precipitation

Raleigh in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 157 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Raleigh. April and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Raleigh, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52%  

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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