December weather forecast
Central, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Central, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Central, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Central?

Central in December has an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°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?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Central have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Central, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Central, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Central, SC

Average temperature in December - Central, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Central, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Central, SC

Average wind speed in December - Central, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Central, SC

Average humidity in December - Central, 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
Central, SC

Average rainfall in December - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Central, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Central, SC

Average snowfall in December - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Central, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Central, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Central, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Central, SC

Average UV index in December - Central, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Central, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Central, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Central, SC

Average visibility in December - Central, 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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