December weather forecast
Central, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Central, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Central experiences an average low-temperature reading of 38.5°F (3.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Central, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Central, South Carolina, are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Central, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. 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

What are the temperatures in Central in December?

In Central, in December, the average high-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Central?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Central?

In Central, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Central in December?

In Central, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Central?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Central?

December is the first month it typically snows in Central. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Central?

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

How many hours of daylight does Central have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Central?

On the first day of December in Central, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Central?

The month with the least sunshine in Central, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Central?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Central, South Carolina, is 5.4h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Central, South Carolina.

How high is the UV index in December in Central?

In Central, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Central, SC

Average temperature in December - Central, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°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 (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Central, SC

Average pressure in December - Central, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Central, SC

Average wind speed in December - Central, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Central, SC

Average humidity in December - Central, 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
Central, SC

Average rainfall in December - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Central, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Central, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Central, SC

Average snowfall in December - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
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
Central, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Central, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Central, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Central, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Central, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Central, SC

Average UV index in December - Central, 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
Central, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Central, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Central, SC

Average visibility in December - Central, 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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