December weather forecast
Sandy, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Sandy, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.3 days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sandy, 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

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

UV index

In Sandy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sandy?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sandy, records 60.4°F (15.8°C), while the low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Sandy?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy?

The average relative humidity in December in Sandy, South Carolina, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Sandy in December?

In Sandy, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Sandy?

The month with the most snowfall days in Sandy is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

When does it start snowing in Sandy?

December is the first month it typically snows in Sandy. Throughout December, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy?

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

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

In Sandy, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandy?

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

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sandy?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sandy, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sandy is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sandy?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandy is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy, SC

Average temperature in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°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 (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandy, SC

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Sandy, SC

Average wind speed in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandy, SC

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Sandy, SC

Average rainfall in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandy, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandy, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (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
Sandy, SC

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

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandy, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sandy, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Sandy, SC

Average visibility in December - Sandy, 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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