December weather forecast
Zemp, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Zemp, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). An average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Zemp, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zemp are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. In Zemp, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.8 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) 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 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Zemp, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Zemp, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) 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 Zemp have in December?

In Zemp, South Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zemp, SC

Average temperature in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Zemp, SC

Average pressure in December - Zemp, 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
Zemp, SC

Average wind speed in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Zemp, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Zemp, SC

Average rainfall in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Zemp, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zemp, SC

Average snowfall in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zemp, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 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
Zemp, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zemp, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zemp, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Zemp, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Zemp, SC

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Zemp, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Zemp, 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 October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Zemp, SC

Average visibility in December - Zemp, 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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