December weather forecast
Jackson, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Jackson, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.6 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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. Throughout the year, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Jackson.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Jackson?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Jackson?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Jackson, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jackson, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Jackson, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Jackson, SC

Average pressure in December - Jackson, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Jackson, SC

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Jackson, SC

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Jackson, SC

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Jackson, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jackson, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jackson, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Jackson, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jackson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jackson, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Jackson, SC

Average UV index in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, SC

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

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

Average visibility in December
Jackson, SC

Average visibility in December - Jackson, 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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