December weather forecast
Drayton, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Drayton, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Drayton's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall in Drayton is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

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 7:17 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, 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 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Drayton, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 2.2" (56mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Drayton, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Drayton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Drayton, SC

Average temperature in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Drayton, SC

Average pressure in December - Drayton, 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
Drayton, SC

Average wind speed in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Drayton, SC

Average humidity in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Drayton, SC

Average rainfall in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Drayton, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Drayton, SC

Average snowfall in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Drayton, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Drayton, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Drayton, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Drayton, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Drayton, 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 (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Drayton, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Drayton, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Drayton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Drayton, SC

Average visibility in December - Drayton, 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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