December weather forecast
Clifton, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Clifton, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). An average temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month in Clifton.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clifton. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Clifton?

During December, Clifton experiences an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Clifton?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Clifton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Clifton, South Carolina, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Clifton?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Clifton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Clifton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Clifton. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clifton?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Clifton, South Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in December in Clifton?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clifton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Clifton?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Clifton, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in December?

In Clifton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Clifton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clifton, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifton, SC

Average pressure in December - Clifton, 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
Clifton, SC

Average wind speed in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Clifton, SC

Average humidity in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Clifton, SC

Average rainfall in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifton, SC

Average snowfall in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clifton, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Clifton, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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
Clifton, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifton, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clifton, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Clifton, 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 July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Clifton, SC

Average visibility in December - Clifton, 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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