December weather forecast
Abbeville, SC

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Weather in December

Winter comes back to Abbeville in full swing in December. A visible change is seen in the temperature range that dips between 39.7°F (4.3°C) at the coldest, while climbing to an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C). Next to August, December has the highest rainfall quantity with a measure of 3.74" (95mm). An increase in relative humidity (77%) combines with lower temperatures to create a cold and damp environment. Interesting to note that despite being winter, snowfall remains minimum, not differing much from the summer months.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Abbeville's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Abbeville, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Abbeville.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Abbeville, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Abbeville?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Abbeville, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Abbeville is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Abbeville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Abbeville, SC

Average temperature in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Abbeville, SC

Average pressure in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Abbeville, SC

Average wind speed in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Abbeville, SC

Average humidity in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Abbeville, SC

Average rainfall in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abbeville, SC

Average snowfall in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abbeville, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Abbeville, SC

Average UV index in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Abbeville, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Abbeville, SC

Average visibility in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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