December weather forecast
Irmo, SC

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Weather in December

In December, Irmo, South Carolina, experiences the chill of winter with temperatures hitting their lowest for the year. It's a time of year marked by cozy indoor activities, warm drinks, and the holiday season. A slight snowfall of 0.08" (2mm) can be witnessed, indicating the arrival of winter. The increase in cloud cover, along with shorter daylight hours, further accentuates the wintry atmosphere. Bidding goodbye to the year, residents prepare for January, continuing the cycle of weather changes in Irmo with its distinct cold.

Temperature

The onset of December in Irmo results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Irmo reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Irmo, South Carolina, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Irmo, South Carolina, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Irmo, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Irmo, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Irmo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Irmo?

The high-temperature, in December, in Irmo, is 55.8°F (13.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Irmo?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Irmo?

In Irmo, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the wettest month in Irmo?

The month with the most rainfall in Irmo is December, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Irmo?

In Irmo, South Carolina, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Irmo?

December is the first month it typically snows in Irmo, South Carolina. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Irmo?

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

How many hours of daylight does Irmo have in December?

The average day length in December in Irmo, South Carolina, is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Irmo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Irmo, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Irmo?

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 Irmo?

The average sunshine duration in December in Irmo, South Carolina, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Irmo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Irmo, South Carolina, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Irmo, SC

Average temperature in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°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 (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Irmo, SC

Average pressure in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Irmo, SC

Average wind speed in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Irmo, SC

Average humidity in December - Irmo, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Irmo, SC

Average rainfall in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Irmo, SC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Irmo, SC

Average snowfall in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
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
Irmo, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Irmo, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irmo, 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
Irmo, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Irmo, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Irmo, SC

Average UV index in December - Irmo, 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
Irmo, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Irmo, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Irmo, SC

Average visibility in December - Irmo, 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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