December in Raleigh, NC: shoulder season for golf — playable with smart tee time selection. Best tee times: late morning to early afternoon after dew burns off.
| Average December Weather | |
|---|---|
| Avg daily high | 55°F |
| Avg daily low | 39°F |
| Rainy days | 11 / mo |
| Avg peak wind | 9.9 mph |
Based on 10 years of climate data (2015–2024), December in Raleigh, NC averages 55°F highs and 39°F lows. Expect about 11 days with measurable precipitation and peak winds averaging 9.9 mph. Our playability scoring treats wind under 8 mph as ideal, temperatures of 60–80°F as optimal, and rain probability below 20% as a green light — use these averages to gauge how often December hits those thresholds.
For Raleigh in December, plan to late morning to early afternoon after dew burns off. Wind typically rises through the afternoon as thermal mixing builds, so earlier rounds tend to score higher on our playability scale.
Climate normals show the long-term picture, but day-to-day weather varies. Check today's live golf weather score for Raleigh, NC for the current playability rating, hourly wind, temperature, and the recommended tee time window.
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