December weather forecast
Richland, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richland, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

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

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 in Richland are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 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

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 52.7°F (11.5°C) and the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 to snow?

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?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richland have in December?

In Richland, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Richland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Richland, SC

Average temperature in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average pressure in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average wind speed in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average humidity in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average rainfall in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average snowfall in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

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

Average sunshine days in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average UV index in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Richland, 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
Richland, SC

Average visibility in December - Richland, 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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