December weather forecast
Smiley Heights, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Smiley Heights, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.4°F (8°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Smiley Heights experiences an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Smiley Heights, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.5 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 46.4°F (8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Smiley Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Smiley Heights, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Smiley Heights, the average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average temperature in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average pressure in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average wind speed in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average humidity in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average rainfall in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average snowfall in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Smiley Heights, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average UV index in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Smiley Heights, LA

Average visibility in December - Smiley Heights, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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