December weather forecastNew Zion, SC

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Zion, is still a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

New Zion's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). New Zion reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Zion, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in New Zion. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in New Zion, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

In December, the average relative humidity in New Zion, South Carolina, is 77%.

In New Zion, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

In New Zion, South Carolina, snow does not fall in March through December.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in New Zion, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Zion, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in New Zion, South Carolina.

The average sunshine duration in December in New Zion is 5.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index in New Zion are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Zion, South Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
New Zion, SC

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
New Zion, 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 October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
New Zion, 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).