Early winter · Weather & things to do
Beaufort in December
Beaufort cools off: highs slip to 61°F (16°C), from 67°F in November, with lows of 47°F (9°C) and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What December feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 61°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 47°F (9°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.4 in (86 mm).
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March – May and October & November).
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 53 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in November to 80/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Beaufort in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lowcountry Produce Market & Café
Local market and café for shrimp and grits, pimento cheese and pies.
Old Sheldon Church Ruins
Brick ruins of an 18th-century church under huge live oaks.
John Mark Verdier House
1804 Federal-style house museum on Bay Street run by Historic Beaufort Foundation.
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Riverfront lawns and swings facing the Beaufort River and Woods Memorial Bridge.
Why now December scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in December
- Savannah in December~35 mi · highs 62°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Charleston in December~49 mi · highs 61°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in December~130 mi · highs 65°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in December~154 mi · highs 65°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beaufort in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Beaufort?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 92 in March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Beaufort in December?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 47°F (9°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in December?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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