Chapel Hill (NC)
December
Weather in Chapel Hill, North Carolina for December 2026
Your guide to Chapel Hill weather in December - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Chapel Hill during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
Chapel Hill experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 159.7 mm.
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24
Dry days
6
Rainy days
1
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9°/2°
Temperatures
15 km/h
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68 %
Avg humidity
Chapel Hill Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Chapel Hill
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December weather in Chapel Hill day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec. 1 | Cloudy | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 | Heavy rain | 6° /2° | 43 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Sunny | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Moderate rain | 6° /0° | 12.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Sunny | 6° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Light snow | 9° /1° | 3.3 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /1° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain | 15° /6° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Heavy rain | 11° /3° | 53.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Sunny | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 7° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Overcast | 13° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Moderate rain | 15° /7° | 10.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Light rain | 15° /8° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Sunny | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Sunny | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 10° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Overcast | 12° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Sunny | 11° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Moderate rain | 16° /9° | 17.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Partly cloudy | 11° /4° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Fog | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Chapel Hill in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Chapel Hill forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Chapel Hill in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chapel Hill during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Chapel Hill during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 159.7 mm is expected in Chapel Hill during December, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Chapel Hill in December 2026?
Chapel Hill typically sees 1.4 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in Chapel Hill during December?
The average wind speed in Chapel Hill during December is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Chapel Hill snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Chapel Hill sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 1.4 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Chapel Hill
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Typically, Chapel Hill has 6 rainy days in December with a total of 159.7 mm of rainfall.
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