December weather forecast
Loris, SC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Loris, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). Throughout December nights, Loris experiences a consistent temperature average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Loris, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Loris, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February 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. In Loris, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.3 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Loris, records 57.2°F (14°C), while the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Loris, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Loris have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Loris?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Loris, SC

Average temperature in December - Loris, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Loris, SC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Loris, SC

Average wind speed in December - Loris, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Loris, SC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Loris, SC

Average rainfall in December - Loris, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Loris, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Loris, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loris, SC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loris, SC

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.6 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
Loris, SC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loris, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loris, SC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Loris, SC

Average UV index in December - Loris, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Loris, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Loris, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Loris, SC

Average visibility in December - Loris, 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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