December weather forecast
Ashland, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Ashland, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). Ashland encounters a steady low-temperature average of 42.4°F (5.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 37.01" (940mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ashland, Louisiana, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Ashland. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ashland is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ashland are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ashland?

Ashland in December has an average high-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashland?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Ashland?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashland?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ashland have in December?

The average day length in December in Ashland is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ashland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ashland?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ashland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashland, LA

Average temperature in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ashland, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ashland, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ashland, LA

Average humidity in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ashland, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ashland, LA

Average snowfall in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashland, LA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ashland, LA

Average UV index in December - Ashland, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ashland, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Ashland, LA

Average visibility in December - Ashland, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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