December weather forecast
Otranto, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Otranto, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

Otranto's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Otranto, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Otranto, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otranto are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Otranto. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Otranto, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.9 days and aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Otranto.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Otranto is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Otranto?

The high-temperature, in December, in Otranto, records 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Otranto?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Otranto?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Otranto?

In Otranto, South Carolina, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Otranto?

December is the first month it typically snows in Otranto. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Otranto?

The month with the shortest days in Otranto, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Otranto, the average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Otranto?

On the first day of December in Otranto, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Otranto?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Otranto?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Otranto, South Carolina, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Otranto?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Otranto, South Carolina, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Otranto, SC

Average temperature in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Otranto, SC

Average pressure in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Otranto, SC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Otranto, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Otranto, SC

Average rainfall in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Otranto, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Otranto, SC

Average snowfall in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Otranto, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Otranto, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otranto, 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 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Otranto, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Otranto, SC

Average UV index in December - Otranto, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Otranto, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Otranto, SC

Average visibility in December - Otranto, 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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