December weather forecast
Pawleys Island, SC

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Weather in December

December on Pawleys Island South Carolina embraces winter with a drop in temperatures to an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and low of 47.5°F (8.6°C). The presence of clouds, covering approximately 41% of the sky, significantly eclipse sunrays resulting in just 5.5 hours of sunshine. The island braces itself for the chill with negligible snowfall being recorded. The year comes to a close with the calm of 9.4mph (15.1km/h) winds indicating a time of tranquility. Despite the short daylight duration of just 10 hours, December's end announces the rebirth of the sun's invincibility with days set to get longer post-winter solstice.

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.

Rainfall

In Pawleys Island, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pawleys Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 42.4" (1077mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Pawleys Island.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Pawleys Island, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Pawleys Island, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Pawleys Island?

The high-temperature in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, during December is 58.5°F (14.7°C) and the low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Pawleys Island?

The months with the highest humidity are May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Pawleys Island in December?

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Pawleys Island?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Pawleys Island in December?

In Pawleys Island, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pawleys Island?

December has the shortest days of the year in Pawleys Island, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pawleys Island?

On the first day of December in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pawleys Island?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Pawleys Island?

In Pawleys Island, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pawleys Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pawleys Island is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average temperature in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pawleys Island, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average wind speed in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average humidity in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
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
Pawleys Island, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pawleys Island, 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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average UV index in December - Pawleys Island, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Pawleys Island, 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 July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Pawleys Island, SC

Average visibility in December - Pawleys Island, 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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