December weather forecastAbbeville, SC
December
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
In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Abbeville's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
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.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. 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 December, 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.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Abbeville.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abbeville, SC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
