December weather forecast
Iris, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Iris, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.3 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Iris, South Carolina. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Iris, South Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Iris is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Iris, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Iris, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Iris in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Iris, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Iris?

The most humid month in Iris, South Carolina, is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Iris?

In Iris, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Iris?

The month with the most rainfall in Iris is December, when the rain falls for 12.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Iris in December?

In Iris, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Iris?

December is the first month it typically snows in Iris. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Iris?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Iris?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Iris?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Iris, South Carolina, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Iris have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Iris?

In Iris, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Iris, SC

Average temperature in December - Iris, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°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 (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Iris, SC

Average pressure in December - Iris, 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
Iris, SC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Iris, SC

Average humidity in December - Iris, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Iris, SC

Average rainfall in December - Iris, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Iris, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Iris, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Iris, SC

Average snowfall in December - Iris, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
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
Iris, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Iris, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Iris, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iris, 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 2min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Iris, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Iris, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Iris, SC

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Iris, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Iris, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Iris, SC

Average visibility in December - Iris, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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