Columbia weather in December (South Carolina, United States of America)
What should you pack for a trip to Columbia in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The month of December in Columbia typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 16°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 4°C.
Precipitation
Columbia in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 10 days will experience rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Columbia. March, April and May generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbia climate page with graphs.
Columbia, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
119 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Columbia, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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