December weather forecast
San Mateo, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in San Mateo, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In San Mateo, South Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.3 rainfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in San Mateo, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In San Mateo, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

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 7:19 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In San Mateo, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In San Mateo, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in San Mateo?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in San Mateo is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:20 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 San Mateo?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
San Mateo, SC

Average temperature in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

Average pressure in December
San Mateo, SC

Average pressure in December - San Mateo, 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
San Mateo, SC

Average wind speed in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
San Mateo, SC

Average humidity in December - San Mateo, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in December
San Mateo, SC

Average rainfall in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
San Mateo, SC

Average rainfall days in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
San Mateo, SC

Average snowfall in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in December
San Mateo, SC

Average snowfall days in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
San Mateo, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - San Mateo, 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 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
San Mateo, SC

Average sunshine days in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
San Mateo, SC

Average UV index in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
San Mateo, SC

Average cloud cover in December - San Mateo, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
San Mateo, SC

Average visibility in December - San Mateo, 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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