Raleigh (NC)
December
Weather in Raleigh, North Carolina for December 2026
Your guide to Raleigh weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Raleigh at the beginning of December is 10.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 11.6 °F by the end of December.
The climate of Raleigh in December is notably wet, with an average of 14 rainy days, and a total of 148.3 mm of precipitation.
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17
Dry days
14
Rainy days
0
Snow days
11°/4°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
67 %
Avg humidity
Raleigh Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Raleigh
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December weather in Raleigh day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Overcast | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate rain | 11° /6° | 32.1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 3 |  Light rain shower | 12° /5° | 1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 12° /2° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Dec. 5 |  Sunny | 9° /1° | 9.1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 6 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 7 | Sunny | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 12° /1° | 1.9 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 9 |  Cloudy | 12° /3° | 2.3 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 10 | Light rain shower | 17° /7° | 17.3 mm | 4 | |
| Dec. 11 | Sunny | 11° /3° | 35 mm | 4 | |
| Dec. 12 | Sunny | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 15 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 11° /3° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain shower | 14° /6° | 21.6 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 18 | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 5.1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 19 | Sunny | 13° /5° | 11.8 mm | 4 | |
| Dec. 20 | Cloudy | 9° /2° | 1.1 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 21 |  Partly cloudy | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 3.9 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 23 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 9° /1° | 0.8 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 25 | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0.2 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 10° /2° | 1.9 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 27 | Partly cloudy | 10° /3° | 1.7 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 28 |  Mist | 12° /3° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 29 | Overcast | 14° /5° | 8.7 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 30 | Sunny | 12° /3° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 31 |  Heavy rain at times | 13° /3° | 1.6 mm | 3 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Raleigh 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 Raleigh forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Raleigh in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Raleigh during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Raleigh during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 148.3 mm is expected in Raleigh during December, occurring over more than 14 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Raleigh during December?
The average wind speed in Raleigh during December is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
December rainfall patterns in Raleigh
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Typically, Raleigh has 14 rainy days in December with a total of 148.3 mm of rainfall.
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