December weather forecast
Sheldon, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheldon, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from 66.9°F (19.4°C) in November to a still enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheldon, South Carolina, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldon, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in December leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, 61.5°F (16.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Sheldon?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon?

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

How much does it rain in Sheldon in December?

In Sheldon, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, South Carolina, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in Sheldon in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon?

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

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

In Sheldon, the average day length in December is 10h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sheldon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sheldon?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheldon?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sheldon?

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

Average temperature in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldon, SC

Average pressure in December - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, SC

Average wind speed in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheldon, SC

Average humidity in December - Sheldon, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldon, SC

Average rainfall in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldon, SC

Average snowfall in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Sheldon, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldon, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldon, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldon, SC

Average UV index in December - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, SC

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Sheldon, SC

Average visibility in December - Sheldon, 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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