Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In the transition to December, Columbia observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). During the month of December, Columbia anticipates a mean low-temperature of 41°F (5°C).Humidity
May, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Columbia, North Carolina, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Columbia, North Carolina.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Columbia, North Carolina, is 62.1°F (16.7°C).Note: Swimming in 62.1°F (16.7°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.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 Columbia, North Carolina, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbia, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average December temperature in Columbia?
What are the most humid months in Columbia?
What is the average humidity in December in Columbia?
How many days does it rain in December in Columbia?
When it does not snow in Columbia?
Does it snow in Columbia in December?
How cold is the water in December in Columbia?
What is the month with the shortest days in Columbia?
What is the average length of the day in December in Columbia?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Columbia?
How long on average sun shines in December in Columbia?
What is the UV index reading in December in Columbia?
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 5min
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 3min
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).
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