December weather forecast
Peak, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Peak, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

Peak's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) to a still refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) 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 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Peak, in December, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Peak?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Peak is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Peak have in December?

In Peak, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Peak, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Peak, SC

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

Average wind speed in December
Peak, SC

Average wind speed in December - Peak, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Peak, SC

Average humidity in December - Peak, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Peak, SC

Average rainfall in December - Peak, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Peak, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Peak, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peak, SC

Average snowfall in December - Peak, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peak, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Peak, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peak, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peak, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Peak, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Peak, SC

Average UV index in December - Peak, 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
Peak, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Peak, SC

Average visibility in December - Peak, 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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