December weather forecast
Ball, LA

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Ball, Louisiana with temperatures continuing to drop, shifting towards winter's chill. Daylight hours continue to dwindle, aligned with the winter solstice. There’s a pleasant secrecy in the air, punctuated by a slight chance of snowfall with just 0.04" (1mm). Despite increased cloud coverage, the festive spirit shines through. The lingering charm of the year-end festivities, amidst a slight rumble of winter winds washing over the city concludes a year of varied climatic experiences.

Temperature

In Ball, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ball is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ball, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ball, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ball, Louisiana, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ball, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ball in December?

In Ball, in December, the average high-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ball?

In Ball, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ball?

In Ball, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Ball?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ball, Louisiana. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ball?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ball?

The average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ball?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ball, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ball?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Ball?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ball is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ball?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ball?

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

Average temperature in December - Ball, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ball, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ball, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ball, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ball, LA

Average humidity in December - Ball, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ball, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ball, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ball, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Ball, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ball, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ball, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Ball, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Ball, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ball, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ball, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ball, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ball, LA

Average UV index in December - Ball, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ball, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Ball, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Ball, LA

Average visibility in December - Ball, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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