December weather forecast
Forest Lakes, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Forest Lakes, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in November to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest Lakes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
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 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Forest Lakes, the average high-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Forest Lakes, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Forest Lakes, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.3 days.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

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 in Forest Lakes.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Lakes have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Forest Lakes?

In Forest Lakes, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Forest Lakes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average temperature in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°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 (42.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average pressure in December - Forest Lakes, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average wind speed in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average humidity in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average rainfall in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Lakes, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average UV index in December - Forest Lakes, 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
Forest Lakes, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Lakes, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

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

Average visibility in December
Forest Lakes, SC

Average visibility in December - Forest Lakes, 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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