December weather forecast
Wedgefield, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wedgefield, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Wedgefield's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Wedgefield, in December, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wedgefield, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Wedgefield is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wedgefield, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wedgefield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wedgefield, SC

Average temperature in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average pressure in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average wind speed in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average humidity in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average rainfall in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average snowfall in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average UV index in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Wedgefield, 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
Wedgefield, SC

Average visibility in December - Wedgefield, 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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