December weather forecast
North Charleston, SC

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Weather in December

December marks the beginning of winter in North Charleston, South Carolina, with its cooler temperatures and festive atmosphere. North Charleston's weather rolls towards the year's core winter, observing the highest temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the lowest being 47.3°F (8.5°C). The city’s weather is certainly colder than November, while not yet as cool as the following month, January. This year-end period is characterized by shorter days, cool weather conditions, and the cherished holiday spirit. Despite the drop in temperatures, December remains a festive and lively time in the city.

Temperature

North Charleston, South Carolina, in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's comfortable 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). In North Charleston, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In North Charleston, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.4 rainfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In North Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In North Charleston, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.3 days.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

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 North Charleston have in December?

In December, the average day length in North Charleston is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does North Charleston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in North Charleston is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In North Charleston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Charleston, SC

Average temperature in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°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 (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°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 (42.8°F).

Average pressure in December
North Charleston, SC

Average pressure in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
North Charleston, SC

Average wind speed in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Charleston, SC

Average humidity in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
North Charleston, SC

Average rainfall in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
North Charleston, SC

Average rainfall days in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
North Charleston, SC

Average snowfall days in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
North Charleston, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Charleston, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Charleston, SC

Average sunshine days in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
North Charleston, SC

Average UV index in December - North Charleston, 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
North Charleston, SC

Average cloud cover in December - North Charleston, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
North Charleston, SC

Average visibility in December - North Charleston, 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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