December weather forecast
York, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in York, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average high of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:23 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in York, records 52.9°F (11.6°C), while the low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In York, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in York. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 7:32 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does York have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - York, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
York, SC

Average pressure in December - York, 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
York, SC

Average wind speed in December - York, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
York, SC

Average humidity in December - York, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
York, SC

Average rainfall in December - York, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
York, SC

Average rainfall days in December - York, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
York, SC

Average snowfall in December - York, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
York, SC

Average snowfall days in December - York, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
York, SC

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

Average sunshine days in December - York, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
York, SC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
York, SC

Average cloud cover in December - York, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
York, SC

Average visibility in December - York, 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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