December weather forecastColumbia, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Columbia, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.6°F (12°C) and 41°F (5°C).Temperature
The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) is observed.Humidity
May, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Columbia.Rainfall
In Columbia, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Columbia, snow does not fall in March through December.Ocean temperature
In Columbia, in December, the average water temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C).Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 62.1°F (16.7°C). As water temperature falls below 69.8°F (21°C), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Columbia, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41°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 (35.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbia, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbia, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbia, NC
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Columbia, NC
- Average sea temperature in December: 62.1°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.2°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Columbia, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbia, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbia, NC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Columbia, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Columbia, NC
- 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).
