December weather forecast
Smyrna, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smyrna, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°F (3.4°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Smyrna's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.1 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Smyrna in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Smyrna?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Smyrna, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Smyrna, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Smyrna is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Smyrna, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Smyrna?

In Smyrna, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

In Smyrna, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smyrna, SC

Average temperature in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Smyrna, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smyrna, SC

Average wind speed in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Smyrna, SC

Average humidity in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Smyrna, SC

Average rainfall in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Smyrna, SC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smyrna, SC

Average snowfall in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smyrna, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Smyrna, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smyrna, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Smyrna, SC

Average UV index in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Smyrna, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Smyrna, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Smyrna, SC

Average visibility in December - Smyrna, 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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