December weather forecastDarlington, SC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Darlington, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C). An average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) is common in Darlington during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Darlington is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Darlington, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Darlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.4 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Darlington, South Carolina, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Darlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) 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 December in Darlington, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Darlington, South Carolina.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Darlington is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 55.8°F (13.2°C) and the low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

In Darlington, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

In Darlington, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

In Darlington, in December, during 0.1 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Darlington, South Carolina, is 5.5h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Darlington is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Darlington, 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 30min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Darlington, SC

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Darlington, 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).