December weather forecast
Ravenel, SC

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Weather in December

December in Ravenel witnesses the full onset of winter as temperatures drop to a range between 48°F (8.9°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C). The precipitation level increases slightly to 1.14" (29mm), a combination of rainfall and a rare occurrence of snowfall. The shortest daylight hours of 10 are coupled with considerably lower sunshine hours of 5.7. Providing a slight respite from the chill, wind speeds match that of November. Despite the cold, December still lures many with its unique, crisp winter charm.

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). During the month of December, Ravenel experiences a steady low-temperature average of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ravenel, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Ravenel. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ravenel in December?

The high-temperature during December is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ravenel, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ravenel, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ravenel?

On the first day of December in Ravenel, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ravenel, SC

Average temperature in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ravenel, SC

Average pressure in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ravenel, SC

Average wind speed in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ravenel, SC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ravenel, SC

Average rainfall in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Ravenel, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ravenel, SC

Average snowfall in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.3").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ravenel, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ravenel, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ravenel, SC

Average UV index in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ravenel, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Ravenel, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Ravenel, SC

Average visibility in December - Ravenel, 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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