December weather forecast
Fairfax, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Fairfax, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Fairfax sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Fairfax are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Fairfax, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Fairfax, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairfax in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fairfax during December are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairfax?

The months with the highest humidity in Fairfax, South Carolina, are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fairfax?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fairfax, South Carolina, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Fairfax in December?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fairfax?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Fairfax in December?

In Fairfax, South Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairfax?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairfax, South Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfax have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairfax?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairfax?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fairfax.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fairfax?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfax, South Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Fairfax?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairfax is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfax, SC

Average temperature in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairfax, SC

Average pressure in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairfax, SC

Average wind speed in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairfax, SC

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairfax, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairfax, SC

Average snowfall in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairfax, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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
Fairfax, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairfax, SC

Average UV index in December - Fairfax, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fairfax, SC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Fairfax, SC

Average visibility in December - Fairfax, 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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