December weather forecast
Catawba, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Catawba, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). Catawba, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Catawba, South Carolina, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Catawba, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. 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

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Catawba, South Carolina.
On the first day of December, 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.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Catawba?

The high-temperature, in December, in Catawba, records 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Catawba?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Catawba?

In Catawba, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Catawba?

In Catawba, South Carolina, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Catawba?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Catawba?

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

How many hours of daylight does Catawba have in December?

In Catawba, South Carolina, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Catawba?

On the first day of December in Catawba, 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 in Catawba, South Carolina, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Catawba?

The average sunshine duration in December in Catawba is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Catawba?

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Catawba, South Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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