December weather forecast
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Poplar Springs Ridge, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). During the month of December, Poplar Springs Ridge's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:31 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 Poplar Springs Ridge are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Poplar Springs Ridge?

Poplar Springs Ridge in December has an average high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°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%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Poplar Springs Ridge, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Poplar Springs Ridge?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Poplar Springs Ridge have in December?

In Poplar Springs Ridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar Springs Ridge have in December?

In Poplar Springs Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Poplar Springs Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average temperature in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average pressure in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, 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
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average humidity in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average UV index in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, 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
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, 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 July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Poplar Springs Ridge, SC

Average visibility in December - Poplar Springs Ridge, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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