The weather in December in Myrtle Beach
It's cool to moderate in December in Myrtle Beach with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Myrtle Beach. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2015, Myrtle Beach reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 146 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in December for Myrtle Beach
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Myrtle Beach. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
Myrtle Beach | New York | |
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Average temperature | 16°C | 9°C |
Max. temperature | 19°C | 12°C |
Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 146 mm | 133 mm |
Rainy days | 15 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Myrtle Beach with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 16°C, with nights around 6°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Myrtle Beach is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Myrtle Beach
Temperature in December in Myrtle Beach over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Myrtle Beach
Total precipitation in December in Myrtle Beach over the years
Daily UV index in December in Myrtle Beach
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Myrtle Beach, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Myrtle Beach by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Myrtle Beach. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.