December weather forecast
Gadsden, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Gadsden, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.1°F (5.6°C) and max 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Gadsden reports an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gadsden, South Carolina, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gadsden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

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 7:10 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 56.7°F (13.7°C) and the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Gadsden, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gadsden have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gadsden, SC

Average temperature in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gadsden, SC

Average pressure in December - Gadsden, 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
Gadsden, SC

Average wind speed in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gadsden, SC

Average humidity in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Gadsden, SC

Average rainfall in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Gadsden, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gadsden, SC

Average snowfall in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gadsden, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gadsden, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gadsden, 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
Gadsden, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Gadsden, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gadsden, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gadsden, SC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Gadsden, SC

Average visibility in December - Gadsden, 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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