December weather forecast
Catawba, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Catawba, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

Catawba's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Catawba, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Catawba, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Catawba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.1 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Catawba in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Catawba, is 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Catawba have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Catawba?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Catawba, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Catawba, SC

Average temperature in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Catawba, SC

Average pressure in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Catawba, SC

Average wind speed in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Catawba, SC

Average humidity in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Catawba, SC

Average rainfall in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Catawba, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Catawba, SC

Average snowfall in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Catawba, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Catawba, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Catawba, SC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Catawba, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Catawba, SC

Average visibility in December - Catawba, SC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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