December weather forecast
Old Town, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Old Town, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.3°F (8.5°C) and max 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Old Town experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in November to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). During the nights in December, Old Town observes an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.4 rainfall days, and 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Old Town, is 60.4°F (15.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Old Town, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

When does it start to snow?

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

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 in Old Town.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 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 long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average pressure in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average wind speed in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average humidity in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average rainfall in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average UV index in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Old Town, 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
Old Town, SC

Average visibility in December - Old Town, 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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