December weather forecast
Salem, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Salem, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

Salem's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Salem are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Salem, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Salem, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Salem?

The high-temperature in Salem during December is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Salem?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Salem?

In December, the average relative humidity in Salem, South Carolina, is 79%.

What is the wettest month in Salem?

The wettest months in Salem are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Salem?

In Salem, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Salem?

The month with the most snowfall in Salem is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Salem?

In Salem, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salem?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Salem?

The average day length in December in Salem, South Carolina, is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Salem?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salem, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salem?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Salem, South Carolina, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Salem?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Salem?

In Salem, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Salem, SC

Average temperature in December - Salem, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Salem, SC

Average pressure in December - Salem, 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
Salem, SC

Average wind speed in December - Salem, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Salem, SC

Average humidity in December - Salem, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Salem, SC

Average rainfall in December - Salem, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.96"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Salem, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Salem, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salem, SC

Average snowfall in December - Salem, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salem, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Salem, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salem, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salem, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salem, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Salem, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Salem, SC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Salem, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Salem, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Salem, SC

Average visibility in December - Salem, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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