December weather forecast
Seaside, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Seaside, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C), barely different from November's 65.8°F (18.8°C). Seaside observes an average nighttime temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Seaside, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 10" (254mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Seaside, during the entire 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, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during December translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Seaside in December?

Seaside in December has an average high-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Seaside, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Seaside?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Seaside is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Seaside?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Seaside is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Seaside, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Seaside, SC

Average temperature in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Seaside, SC

Average pressure in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Seaside, SC

Average wind speed in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Seaside, SC

Average humidity in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Seaside, SC

Average rainfall in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Seaside, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.2 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Seaside, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Seaside, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Seaside, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Seaside, SC

Average UV index in December - Seaside, 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
Seaside, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Seaside, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Seaside, SC

Average visibility in December - Seaside, 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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