December weather forecast
Westminster, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westminster, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). An average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is recorded in the month of December in Westminster.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Westminster is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall in Westminster, South Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Westminster, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Westminster are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Westminster?

In Westminster, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Westminster?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Westminster?

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

What is the rainiest month in Westminster?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Westminster?

In Westminster, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Westminster?

The month with the most snowfall in Westminster, South Carolina, is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Westminster?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Westminster?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Westminster, South Carolina.

How many hours of daylight does Westminster have in December?

The average day length in December in Westminster is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Westminster?

On the first day of December in Westminster, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Westminster?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Westminster, South Carolina, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Westminster have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Westminster?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Westminster, South Carolina.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Westminster?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Westminster, South Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Westminster, SC

Average temperature in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Westminster, SC

Average pressure in December - Westminster, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Westminster, SC

Average wind speed in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Westminster, SC

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

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Average rainfall in December
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Westminster, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Westminster, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Westminster, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Westminster, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Westminster, SC

Average UV index in December - Westminster, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Westminster, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Westminster, 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
Westminster, SC

Average visibility in December - Westminster, 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).

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