Greensboro weather in December

December in Greensboro averages 52°F by day and 33°F at night, with 3.2 inches of precipitation and 1.2 inches of snow. It is the 11th-warmest and 10th-wettest month of the year here.

GreensboroNorth CarolinaPop. 308,667
Average high
52°F-9° vs November
Average low
33°F17 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.2 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
1.2 in0 days at 90°F+

Is December a good time to visit Greensboro?

December is cool, with highs around 52°F. The most comfortable months overall are April to June and October.

On December 15 the sun rises at 7:22 am and sets at 5:05 pm, giving 9h 43m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Greensboro in December

  • Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

December nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Greensboro52°F33°F3.2 in
High Point, NC14 mi52°F33°F3.2 in
Winston-Salem, NC25 mi52°F34°F3.3 in
Durham, NC51 mi55°F34°F3.4 in
Apex, NC58 mi55°F34°F3.4 in
Cary, NC59 mi55°F34°F3.4 in
Concord, NC64 mi56°F32°F3.5 in

Warmer places in December

Big cities with comfortable December highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greensboro in December?

In December, Greensboro averages a high of 52°F and a low of 33°F, with 3.2 inches of precipitation and 1.2 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is December a good time to visit Greensboro?

December is cool to cold in Greensboro, with average highs of 52°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Greensboro in December?

Yes. December averages 1.2 inches of snow.

Before and after: Greensboro in November and Greensboro in January. All twelve months: Greensboro weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Piedmont Triad Intl. Airport, NC, 8.6 miles from the city center.