December weather forecast
Shell Point, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Shell Point, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

In Shell Point, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a still enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). An average low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) is observed in Shell Point during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shell Point, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.7 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.4 snowfall days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Shell Point?

In December, in Shell Point, the average high-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°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 Shell Point?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shell Point, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shell Point?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shell Point?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shell Point, SC

Average temperature in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°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 (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Shell Point, SC

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Shell Point, SC

Average wind speed in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shell Point, SC

Average humidity in December - Shell Point, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Shell Point, SC

Average rainfall in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Shell Point, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Shell Point, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Shell Point, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shell Point, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shell Point, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shell Point, SC

Average UV index in December - Shell Point, 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
Shell Point, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Shell Point, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

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

Average visibility in December
Shell Point, SC

Average visibility in December - Shell Point, 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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