December weather forecast
Sandy, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.3 days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sandy, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Sandy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in December leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 93.2°F (34°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?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sandy?

The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Sandy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy, SC

Average temperature in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy, SC

Average pressure in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sandy, SC

Average wind speed in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy, SC

Average rainfall in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy, SC

Average UV index in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sandy, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Sandy, SC

Average visibility in December - Sandy, 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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