December weather forecast
Lancaster, SC

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Weather in December

By the time December arrives, Lancaster witnesses winter in full swing with the lowest average temperatures of the year. Barring January and February, this month sees the reappearance of snowfall. A constant wind speed combined with increased humidity levels exacerbates the winter chill. Despite the shorter daylight hours, cloud coverage is at its highest, further lessening the sunlight exposure. The temperature spectrum for December extends from 39.7°F (4.3°C) to 54.1°F (12.3°C), rounding off the year with a cold close.

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in November to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is noted in Lancaster during the month of December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lancaster, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lancaster.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lancaster in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lancaster, South Carolina, are 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Lancaster?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Lancaster?

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

How much does it rain in Lancaster in December?

In Lancaster, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lancaster?

March through December are months without snowfall in Lancaster, South Carolina.

Does it snow in Lancaster in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Lancaster?

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

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

The average day length in December in Lancaster, South Carolina, is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lancaster?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lancaster?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lancaster?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lancaster, SC

Average temperature in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lancaster, SC

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lancaster, SC

Average wind speed in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lancaster, SC

Average humidity in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lancaster, SC

Average rainfall in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lancaster, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lancaster, SC

Average snowfall in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lancaster, SC

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Lancaster, SC

Average visibility in December - Lancaster, 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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