December weather forecast
Pendleton, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pendleton, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.9°F (11.6°C) and min 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Pendleton's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Pendleton observes an average nighttime temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Pendleton.

Rainfall

In Pendleton, South Carolina, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.2 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pendleton is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Pendleton, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pendleton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pendleton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pendleton, records 52.9°F (11.6°C), while the low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Pendleton?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pendleton?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pendleton?

In Pendleton, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Pendleton?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Pendleton?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pendleton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Pendleton, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pendleton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pendleton, South Carolina, is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pendleton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pendleton, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pendleton?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Pendleton, South Carolina, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pendleton have in December?

In Pendleton, South Carolina, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pendleton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pendleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pendleton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pendleton, SC

Average temperature in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°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 (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Pendleton, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pendleton, SC

Average wind speed in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pendleton, SC

Average humidity in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pendleton, SC

Average rainfall in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Pendleton, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pendleton, SC

Average snowfall in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pendleton, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Pendleton, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pendleton, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Pendleton, SC

Average UV index in December - Pendleton, 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
Pendleton, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Pendleton, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Pendleton, SC

Average visibility in December - Pendleton, 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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