December weather forecast
Shannon Hill, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Shannon Hill, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Shannon Hill records an average nighttime low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shannon Hill is 75%.

Rainfall

In Shannon Hill, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Shannon Hill, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.8 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Shannon Hill, in December, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shannon Hill, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shannon Hill, in December, during 0.1 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shannon Hill?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shannon Hill?

In Shannon Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shannon Hill?

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

Average temperature in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average pressure in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average wind speed in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average humidity in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average rainfall in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average snowfall in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 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
Shannon Hill, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shannon Hill, 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 3min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average UV index in December - Shannon Hill, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Shannon Hill, 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 October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Shannon Hill, SC

Average visibility in December - Shannon Hill, 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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