December weather forecast
Abbeville, SC

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Weather in December

Winter comes back to Abbeville in full swing in December. A visible change is seen in the temperature range that dips between 39.7°F (4.3°C) at the coldest, while climbing to an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C). Next to August, December has the highest rainfall quantity with a measure of 3.74" (95mm). An increase in relative humidity (77%) combines with lower temperatures to create a cold and damp environment. Interesting to note that despite being winter, snowfall remains minimum, not differing much from the summer months.

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Abbeville's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Abbeville, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Abbeville, South Carolina. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Abbeville. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Abbeville, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Abbeville is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Abbeville in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Abbeville, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Abbeville?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Abbeville, South Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Abbeville?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Abbeville?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Abbeville?

In Abbeville, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Abbeville?

December is the first month it typically snows in Abbeville, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Abbeville?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Abbeville, South Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Abbeville have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Abbeville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Abbeville?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Abbeville, South Carolina, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Abbeville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Abbeville?

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

Average temperature in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Abbeville, SC

Average pressure in December - Abbeville, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Abbeville, SC

Average wind speed in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Abbeville, SC

Average humidity in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Abbeville, SC

Average rainfall in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Abbeville, SC

Average snowfall in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Abbeville, 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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Abbeville, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Abbeville, SC

Average UV index in December - Abbeville, SC
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Abbeville, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Abbeville, SC

Average visibility in December - Abbeville, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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