December weather forecast
Fort Mill, SC

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Weather in December

The year in Fort Mill, South Carolina, concludes with December, maintaining a grip on the chill of winter. With average high temperatures dropping down to 53.1°F (11.7°C), it is the coldest month of the year. The advent of winter is marked by the shortest days of the year, with sunlight available for a mere 9.8 hours. Yet, despite the cold, December sparkles with holiday spirit, uplifted by the return of snowfall. Closing the year, it shares its spot with January by featuring the second highest humidity of the year at 75%.

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). Fort Mill experiences a mean temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Fort Mill, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Mill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Fort Mill, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.1 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Fort Mill, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Mill in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Mill, is 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Mill?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Mill?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Mill?

In Fort Mill, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fort Mill?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Mill?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Mill?

In December, the average day length in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Mill?

On the first day of December in Fort Mill, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Mill?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Mill have in December?

In Fort Mill, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Mill?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fort Mill?

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

Average temperature in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average pressure in December - Fort Mill, 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
Fort Mill, SC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average humidity in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average rainfall in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average snowfall in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
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
Fort Mill, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Fort Mill, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Mill, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Mill, 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 (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average UV index in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Mill, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Mill, SC

Average visibility in December - Fort Mill, 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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