December weather forecastWest Gate, SC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in West Gate, South Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).Temperature
December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). An average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In West Gate, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Gate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.3 days and collects up to 19.02" (483mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In West Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Gate, SC
- Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).
Average pressure in December
West Gate, SC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Gate, SC
- Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
West Gate, SC
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in December
West Gate, SC
- Average rainfall in December: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
West Gate, SC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Gate, SC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Gate, SC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Gate, SC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Gate, SC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
West Gate, SC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
West Gate, SC
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
West Gate, SC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
