December weather forecast
Ashley Heights, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Ashley Heights, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.9°F (7.7°C) and max 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Ashley Heights records a mean low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ashley Heights, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.9 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Ashley Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 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 Ashley Heights, is 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashley Heights?

In Ashley Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ashley Heights?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashley Heights have in December?

In Ashley Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ashley Heights is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average temperature in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average pressure in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average wind speed in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average humidity in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average rainfall in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average snowfall in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Ashley Heights, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average UV index in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ashley Heights, SC

Average visibility in December - Ashley Heights, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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