December weather forecast
Piercetown, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Piercetown, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average high of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Piercetown observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Piercetown.

Rainfall

In Piercetown, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Piercetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 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 in Piercetown are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Piercetown?

December temperatures in Piercetown vary between a high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Piercetown?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Piercetown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Piercetown?

In Piercetown, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Piercetown?

The month with the most snowfall in Piercetown, South Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Piercetown?

December is the first month it typically snows in Piercetown. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piercetown?

December has the shortest days of the year in Piercetown, South Carolina, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Piercetown have in December?

In Piercetown, South Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Piercetown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Piercetown?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Piercetown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Piercetown is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Piercetown?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Piercetown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Piercetown is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Piercetown, SC

Average temperature in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Piercetown, SC

Average pressure in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Piercetown, SC

Average wind speed in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Piercetown, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Piercetown, SC

Average rainfall in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Piercetown, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Piercetown, SC

Average snowfall in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Piercetown, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Piercetown, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piercetown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Piercetown, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Piercetown, SC

Average UV index in December - Piercetown, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Piercetown, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Piercetown, SC

Average visibility in December - Piercetown, 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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