December weather forecast
Morningside Heights, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Morningside Heights, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Morningside Heights records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). In Morningside Heights, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Morningside Heights, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Morningside Heights is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Morningside Heights.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Morningside Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Morningside Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity in Morningside Heights is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Morningside Heights?

The month with the most rainfall in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Morningside Heights?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Morningside Heights in December?

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Morningside Heights?

The month with the shortest days in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Morningside Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Morningside Heights?

On the first day of December in Morningside Heights, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Morningside Heights?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Morningside Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Morningside Heights, South Carolina, is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Morningside Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Morningside Heights?

In Morningside Heights, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average temperature in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average pressure in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average wind speed in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average humidity in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average rainfall in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average snowfall in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Morningside Heights, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Morningside Heights, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average UV index in December - Morningside Heights, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Morningside Heights, 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 June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Morningside Heights, SC

Average visibility in December - Morningside Heights, 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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