December weather forecast
Ararat, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Ararat, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Ararat in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). During December, Ararat's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ararat, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ararat, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ararat are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.9 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ararat is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ararat in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ararat, is 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Ararat?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ararat?

The average relative humidity in December in Ararat, South Carolina, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Ararat in December?

In Ararat, South Carolina, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ararat?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ararat. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ararat?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Ararat?

The average day length in December in Ararat, South Carolina, is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ararat?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ararat, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ararat?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ararat, South Carolina.

How many hours of sunshine does Ararat have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ararat, South Carolina, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Ararat?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ararat, SC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ararat, SC

Average pressure in December - Ararat, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ararat, SC

Average wind speed in December - Ararat, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ararat, SC

Average humidity in December - Ararat, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ararat, SC

Average rainfall in December - Ararat, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ararat, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Ararat, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ararat, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ararat, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Ararat, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 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
Ararat, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ararat, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ararat, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Ararat, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ararat, SC

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

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 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ararat, SC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Ararat, SC

Average visibility in December - Ararat, 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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