December weather forecast
Awendaw, SC

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Weather in December

December is the coolest month with the lowest temperatures of the year, marking a stark change from the warmer months. The daylight hours and sunshine are at a yearly low, while the snowfall, although infrequent, is possible and the relative humidity jumps. The seasonal festivities are complemented with the crisp cold that produces temperature swings between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Awendaw, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.5 rainfall days, and 40.79" (1036mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Awendaw. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Awendaw, during the entire year, snow falls for 1 days and aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Awendaw is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Awendaw, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Awendaw is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Awendaw. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Awendaw?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Awendaw, is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Awendaw?

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Awendaw, South Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Awendaw?

The average relative humidity in December in Awendaw is 78%.

How much does it rain in Awendaw in December?

In Awendaw, South Carolina, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Awendaw?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Awendaw?

December has the shortest days of the year in Awendaw, South Carolina, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Awendaw have in December?

In December, the average day length in Awendaw is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Awendaw?

On the first day of December in Awendaw, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Awendaw?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Awendaw have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Awendaw?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Awendaw.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Awendaw?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Awendaw is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Awendaw, SC

Average temperature in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Awendaw, SC

Average wind speed in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Awendaw, SC

Average humidity in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Awendaw, SC

Average rainfall in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Awendaw, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
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
Awendaw, SC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Awendaw, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Awendaw, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Awendaw, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Awendaw, SC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Awendaw, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Awendaw, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Awendaw, SC

Average visibility in December - Awendaw, 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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