December weather forecast
Gifford, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Gifford, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Gifford, South Carolina, averages to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gifford, South Carolina, are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Gifford, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Gifford, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Gifford?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gifford, South Carolina, are 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 44.6°F (7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Gifford?

The most humid month in Gifford, South Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gifford?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gifford?

In Gifford, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Gifford?

December is the first month it typically snows in Gifford, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gifford?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gifford, South Carolina, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Gifford is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gifford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gifford?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Gifford?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gifford, South Carolina, is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gifford?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gifford, South Carolina, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gifford, SC

Average temperature in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gifford, SC

Average pressure in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gifford, SC

Average wind speed in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Gifford, SC

Average humidity in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gifford, SC

Average rainfall in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gifford, SC

Average snowfall in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Gifford, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gifford, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Gifford, 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 July and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gifford, SC

Average visibility in December - Gifford, 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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