December weather forecast
Ward, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ward, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Ward's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). An average temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.03" (77mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, Ward experiences an average high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ward, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Ward?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ward, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ward?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ward?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ward, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ward, SC

Average temperature in December - Ward, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°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 (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ward, SC

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Ward, SC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ward, SC

Average humidity in December - Ward, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ward, SC

Average rainfall in December - Ward, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Ward, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Ward, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ward, SC

Average snowfall in December - Ward, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ward, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ward, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ward, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Ward, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ward, SC

Average UV index in December - Ward, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ward, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ward, SC

Average visibility in December - Ward, 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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