December weather forecast
Kiawah Island, SC

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December offers the coldest weather in Kiawah Island with temperatures between 51.1°F (10.6°C) to 60.6°F (15.9°C). The rainfall this month, recorded as 1.14" (29mm), matches that in June. Wind speeds slightly decrease, giving a calm and serene feel to the climate. With the least number of daylight hours, the month ushers in a festive mood, concluding the climatic cycle on a cheerful note.

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by an average high-temperature of a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C), not significantly different from the 65.8°F (18.8°C) of November. Kiawah Island records a steady low-temperature average of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Kiawah Island, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kiawah Island, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 10" (254mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Kiawah Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.3 days.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Kiawah Island, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kiawah Island, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Kiawah Island in December?

In Kiawah Island, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Kiawah Island?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Kiawah Island have in December?

In Kiawah Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average temperature in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average pressure in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average wind speed in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average humidity in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average rainfall in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.2 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kiawah Island, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average UV index in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Kiawah Island, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Kiawah Island, SC

Average visibility in December - Kiawah Island, 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).

Kiawah Island, South Carolina, USA

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