December weather forecast
Bel, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Bel, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average high of 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in November to a still comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) to Bel.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bel, Louisiana, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall in Bel. December is the first month it typically snows in Bel. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Bel, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.7 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bel.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Bel?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 61°F (16.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bel?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bel?

In December, in Bel, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Bel?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bel have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bel?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bel?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Bel?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bel is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bel?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bel?

In Bel, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Bel, LA

Average temperature in December - Bel, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.2°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).

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Average pressure in December
Bel, LA

Average pressure in December - Bel, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bel, LA

Average wind speed in December - Bel, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bel, LA

Average humidity in December - Bel, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bel, LA

Average rainfall in December - Bel, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bel, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Bel, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bel, LA

Average snowfall in December - Bel, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
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
Bel, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Bel, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bel, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bel, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Bel, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bel, LA

Average UV index in December - Bel, 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
Bel, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Bel, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Bel, LA

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

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

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