December weather forecast
Monticello, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Monticello, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.9°F (12.7°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Monticello tends to fall to a consistent average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Monticello are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Monticello, in December, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Monticello, there are 2.5 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Monticello is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Monticello, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Monticello, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Monticello?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Monticello, is 54.9°F (12.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Monticello?

The months with the highest humidity in Monticello, South Carolina, are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December in Monticello?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Monticello?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Monticello. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Monticello?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Monticello in December?

In Monticello, South Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monticello?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Monticello have in December?

In Monticello, the average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Monticello?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Monticello, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Monticello?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Monticello?

In Monticello, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Monticello?

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

Average temperature in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Monticello, SC

Average pressure in December - Monticello, 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
Monticello, SC

Average wind speed in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Monticello, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Monticello, SC

Average rainfall in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Monticello, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monticello, SC

Average snowfall in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monticello, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monticello, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monticello, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Monticello, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Monticello, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Monticello, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Monticello, SC

Average visibility in December - Monticello, 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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