December weather forecast
Nichols, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nichols, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nichols, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nichols, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Nichols. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.4 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nichols.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Nichols, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Nichols?

During December, Nichols experiences an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nichols?

In Nichols, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Nichols?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Nichols?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nichols?

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

How many hours of daylight does Nichols have in December?

The average day length in December in Nichols, South Carolina, is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nichols?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Nichols?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nichols, South Carolina.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nichols?

In Nichols, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Nichols?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nichols, SC

Average temperature in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Nichols, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nichols, SC

Average wind speed in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Nichols, SC

Average humidity in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Nichols, SC

Average rainfall in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Nichols, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nichols, SC

Average snowfall in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nichols, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nichols, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nichols, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Nichols, SC

Average UV index in December - Nichols, 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
Nichols, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Nichols, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Nichols, SC

Average visibility in December - Nichols, 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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