December weather forecast
Surfside Beach, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Surfside Beach, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.5°F (8.6°C) and max 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

Surfside Beach commences December with an average high-temperature of a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During December, Surfside Beach observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Surfside Beach, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.9" (99mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Surfside Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 42.13" (1070mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Surfside Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Surfside Beach?

Surfside Beach in December has an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C). 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 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Surfside Beach?

May, June, August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Surfside Beach.

What is the average humidity in December in Surfside Beach?

In Surfside Beach, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Surfside Beach?

In December, in Surfside Beach, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Surfside Beach?

In Surfside Beach, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Surfside Beach in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Surfside Beach?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Surfside Beach, South Carolina.

What is the average length of the day in December in Surfside Beach?

In December, the average day length in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Surfside Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Surfside Beach?

The month with the least sunshine in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Surfside Beach have in December?

In Surfside Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Surfside Beach?

In Surfside Beach, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average temperature in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average pressure in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average wind speed in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average humidity in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average rainfall in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average snowfall in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average UV index in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Surfside Beach, 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
Surfside Beach, SC

Average visibility in December - Surfside Beach, 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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