December weather forecast
Arcadia, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arcadia, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Arcadia's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Arcadia falls to an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Arcadia. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Arcadia. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) 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 in Arcadia, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arcadia, South Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Arcadia?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, 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, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Arcadia?

December is the most humid month in Arcadia, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Arcadia?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Arcadia?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Arcadia in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Arcadia?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Arcadia?

December is the first month it typically snows in Arcadia, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arcadia?

The month with the shortest days in Arcadia is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Arcadia?

The average day length in December in Arcadia is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Arcadia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arcadia, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arcadia?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcadia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Arcadia?

The months with the lowest UV index in Arcadia are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Arcadia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Arcadia is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Arcadia, SC

Average temperature in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Arcadia, SC

Average pressure in December - Arcadia, 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
Arcadia, SC

Average wind speed in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Arcadia, SC

Average humidity in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Arcadia, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
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
Arcadia, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Arcadia, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arcadia, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arcadia, SC

Average UV index in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arcadia, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Arcadia, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Arcadia, SC

Average visibility in December - Arcadia, 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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