December weather forecast
Sumter, SC

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Weather in December

December brings the winter chill to Sumter with the year's lowest average temperatures. A high temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and low of 42.3°F (5.7°C) mark this seasonal change. The month also sees a slight increase in snowfall, with 0.16" (4mm) recorded covering the city in a thin blanket of snow. Transitioning from December into January, expect relatively stable weather conditions, with minimal changes in temperature and precipitation conditions.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 1.3 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sumter in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sumter, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sumter?

In Sumter, in December, during 0.1 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) 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 Sumter, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Sumter?

In Sumter, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Sumter, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sumter, SC

Average temperature in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sumter, SC

Average pressure in December - Sumter, 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
Sumter, SC

Average wind speed in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sumter, SC

Average humidity in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sumter, SC

Average rainfall in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Sumter, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sumter, SC

Average snowfall in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sumter, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 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
Sumter, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sumter, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sumter, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sumter, SC

Average UV index in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sumter, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Sumter, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sumter, SC

Average visibility in December - Sumter, 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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