December weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, SC

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A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC
A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC

Weather in December

As the year rounds up, December brings familiar winter conditions to Mount Pleasant. A significant drop in average high temperature to 60.6°F (15.9°C) emphasizes the winter setting. Despite shorter and colder days, the city is quite lively with a fair share of sunny hours and ample opportunities for winter festivities. The increase in relative humidity to 78% contributes to chillier nights and colder mornings. By the end of the month, anticipation builds for January’s more severe winter conditions.

Temperature

December's weather records an average high-temperature of a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C), showing little deviation from November. An average temperature of 50°F (10°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.9 days and collects up to 44.69" (1135mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is December, when 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically aggregated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Mount Pleasant, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Mount Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during December translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mount Pleasant in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Pleasant, records 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature is 50°F (10°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Mount Pleasant?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Pleasant?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mount Pleasant in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Mount Pleasant?

The month with the most snowfall in Mount Pleasant is December, when 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically aggregated.

When does it start to snow in Mount Pleasant?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, Mount Pleasant receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Pleasant?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Pleasant, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Pleasant?

On the first day of December in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mount Pleasant?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Pleasant have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mount Pleasant is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mount Pleasant?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Pleasant is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average temperature in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average pressure in December - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average wind speed in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average humidity in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 and March (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.3"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 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, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average UV index in December - Mount Pleasant, 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
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Pleasant, 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 26).

Average visibility in December
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average visibility in December - Mount Pleasant, 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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