December weather forecast
Gaston, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gaston, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Gaston records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's 62.6°F (17°C) to a still refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). Gaston's temperature drops to an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Gaston. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gaston in December?

Gaston in December has an average high-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gaston, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Gaston?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gaston, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Gaston have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gaston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gaston, SC

Average temperature in December - Gaston, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gaston, SC

Average pressure in December - Gaston, 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
Gaston, SC

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

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

Average humidity in December
Gaston, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaston, SC

Average rainfall in December - Gaston, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Gaston, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Gaston, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gaston, SC

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gaston, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Gaston, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaston, SC

Average UV index in December - Gaston, 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
Gaston, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Gaston, 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
Gaston, SC

Average visibility in December - Gaston, 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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