December weather forecast
East Gaffney, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in East Gaffney, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, East Gaffney's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is noted in East Gaffney.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in East Gaffney, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in East Gaffney are January, February and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in East Gaffney. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in East Gaffney is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in East Gaffney, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in East Gaffney?

December temperatures in East Gaffney vary between a high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in East Gaffney?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in East Gaffney?

The average relative humidity in December in East Gaffney, South Carolina, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in East Gaffney?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in East Gaffney in December?

In East Gaffney, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in East Gaffney?

The month with the most snowfall in East Gaffney, South Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in East Gaffney?

December is the first month it typically snows in East Gaffney. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Gaffney?

December has the shortest days of the year in East Gaffney, South Carolina, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does East Gaffney have in December?

In December, the average day length in East Gaffney is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Gaffney?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Gaffney, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in East Gaffney?

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

How many hours of sunshine does East Gaffney have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in East Gaffney?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in East Gaffney?

In East Gaffney, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average temperature in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°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 (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average pressure in December - East Gaffney, 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
East Gaffney, SC

Average wind speed in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average humidity in December - East Gaffney, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall days in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (7.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

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

Average snowfall days in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall days in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
East Gaffney, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Gaffney, 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 48min).

  • 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
East Gaffney, SC

Average sunshine days in December - East Gaffney, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (20.8 days).

Average UV index in December
East Gaffney, SC

Average UV index in December - East Gaffney, 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
East Gaffney, SC

Average cloud cover in December - East Gaffney, 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
East Gaffney, SC

Average visibility in December - East Gaffney, 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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