December weather forecast
Chapin, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Chapin, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.8°F (13.2°C) and min 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Chapin, South Carolina, in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). In the month of December, Chapin experiences an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month in Chapin.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Chapin, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Chapin is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Chapin, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Chapin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chapin in December?

Chapin in December has an average high-temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Chapin?

December is the most humid month in Chapin, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Chapin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Chapin?

The month with the most rainfall in Chapin, South Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Chapin?

In Chapin, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Chapin?

December is the first month it typically snows in Chapin, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chapin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chapin have in December?

In Chapin, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chapin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chapin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chapin?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Chapin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chapin?

In Chapin, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chapin, SC

Average temperature in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Chapin, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chapin, SC

Average wind speed in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Chapin, SC

Average humidity in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Chapin, SC

Average rainfall in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Chapin, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chapin, SC

Average snowfall in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chapin, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Chapin, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chapin, 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 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chapin, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Chapin, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chapin, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Chapin, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Chapin, SC

Average visibility in December - Chapin, 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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