December weather forecast
Murrells Inlet, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of December sees the average high-temperature at a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C), subtly shifted from November's 63.5°F (17.5°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Murrells Inlet are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Murrells Inlet, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Murrells Inlet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Murrells Inlet, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Murrells Inlet, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Murrells Inlet in December has an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Murrells Inlet, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Murrells Inlet, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Murrells Inlet have in December?

In Murrells Inlet, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average temperature in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°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 (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average pressure in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average wind speed in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average humidity in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Murrells Inlet, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average UV index in December - Murrells Inlet, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Murrells Inlet, 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
Murrells Inlet, SC

Average visibility in December - Murrells Inlet, 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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