December weather forecast
Effingham, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Effingham, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Effingham, South Carolina, dips to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Effingham, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Effingham, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Effingham, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Effingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) 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 Effingham, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Effingham in December?

In December, in Effingham, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Effingham?

The average relative humidity in December in Effingham, South Carolina, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Effingham?

In Effingham, South Carolina, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Effingham?

In Effingham, in December, snow falls for 0.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Effingham?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Effingham, South Carolina, is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Effingham?

On the first day of December in Effingham, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Effingham?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Effingham?

The average sunshine duration in December in Effingham is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Effingham?

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

Average temperature in December - Effingham, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

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Average pressure in December
Effingham, SC

Average pressure in December - Effingham, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Effingham, SC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Effingham, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Effingham, SC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Effingham, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Effingham, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Effingham, SC

Average snowfall in December - Effingham, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Effingham, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Effingham, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Effingham, 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Effingham, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Effingham, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Effingham, SC

Average UV index in December - Effingham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Effingham, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Effingham, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Effingham, SC

Average visibility in December - Effingham, 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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