December weather forecast
Utica, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Utica, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). Utica's temperature lowers to a mean of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Utica, records 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°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 December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Utica, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Utica, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Utica have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Utica?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Utica?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Utica is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Utica, SC

Average temperature in December - Utica, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Utica, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Utica, SC

Average wind speed in December - Utica, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Utica, SC

Average humidity in December - Utica, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Utica, SC

Average rainfall in December - Utica, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Utica, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Utica, SC

Average snowfall in December - Utica, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Utica, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Utica, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Utica, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, SC

Average UV index in December - Utica, 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
Utica, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Utica, 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 July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Utica, SC

Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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