Those who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits from the Social Security Administration are no strangers to schedule interruptions when it comes to payments being dispersed, but December is shaping up to be a bit of a wonky month.

Social Security payments are typically paid out starting on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. The remaining two payments will be paid out on the following two Wednesdays of the month. Which week you receive your payment depends on your birthdate. There is one big exception, which I'll cover below.

People living with disabilities can expect to see their December Supplemental Security Income checks, worth up to $943, on Nov. 29.

Married retirees are lucky enough to benefit from two monthly checks, but most people rarely get more than this. However, in November 2024 only, a lucky few beneficiaries will receive three Social Security checks -- or as many as four for some married couples. But before you celebrate too much, there's an important caveat you need to know.