December weather forecastGifford, SC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Gifford, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Gifford, South Carolina, averages to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gifford, South Carolina, are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Gifford, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Gifford, 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 5:29 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Gifford, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gifford, SC
- Average high temperature in December: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 44.6°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Gifford, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Gifford, SC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Gifford, SC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Gifford, SC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, SC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gifford, SC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, SC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gifford, 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 30min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, SC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gifford, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, 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 July and October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Gifford, 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).
