December weather forecast
Olanta, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Olanta, is still a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C). The average temperature drops to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Olanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.2 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Olanta in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Olanta, South Carolina, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Olanta, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Olanta, 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 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Olanta have in December?

In Olanta, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 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?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Olanta, SC

Average pressure in December - Olanta, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olanta, SC

Average wind speed in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Olanta, SC

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Olanta, SC

Average rainfall in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Olanta, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olanta, SC

Average snowfall in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Olanta, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 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
Olanta, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olanta, 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 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
Olanta, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Olanta, SC

Average UV index in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Olanta, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Olanta, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Olanta, SC

Average visibility in December - Olanta, 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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