December weather forecast
North Augusta, SC

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Weather in December

North Augusta welcomes December as the onset of winter. The days become shorter, with only around 10 hours of daylight in a day resulting in noticeably cooler high temperatures near 57°F (13.9°C). The first hints of frost appear, lending a distinct chill in the morning air. As the days progress, the December chill intensifies, signaling the approach of the frosty winter days. Despite the cold, clear days and early sunsets render December a month of serene, picturesque beauty.

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) in November to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In North Augusta, during the entire year, snow falls for 1 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in North Augusta, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

North Augusta in December has an average high-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Augusta, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Augusta have in December?

In North Augusta, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in North Augusta?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in North Augusta, South Carolina.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Augusta is 3. 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
North Augusta, SC

Average temperature in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
North Augusta, SC

Average pressure in December - North Augusta, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Augusta, SC

Average wind speed in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Augusta, SC

Average humidity in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
North Augusta, SC

Average rainfall in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
North Augusta, SC

Average rainfall days in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Augusta, SC

Average snowfall in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Augusta, SC

Average snowfall days in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and March (0.3 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
North Augusta, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Augusta, 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 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
North Augusta, SC

Average sunshine days in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
North Augusta, SC

Average UV index in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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 December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
North Augusta, SC

Average cloud cover in December - North Augusta, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
North Augusta, SC

Average visibility in December - North Augusta, 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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