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Central, LA

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Weather in December

Central, Louisiana ends the year welcoming the full onset of winter in December. The city faces cooler temperatures ranging from a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) descending to colder lows of 46.9°F (8.3°C). Embracing winter's arrival, the city decks up for the holiday season, magic fills the air while snowfall of 0.1 days adds to the charm. Indoor activities and celebrations light up the ambiance of the city during this month. Moving forward from December, Central, Louisiana gets ready to repeat the cycle anew, restarting the beautiful rhythm of seasonal change.

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Central's average high-temperature eases from a pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Central witnesses an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Central, Louisiana, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Central, Louisiana, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Central, there are 96.2 rainfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are January and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Central, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Central, Louisiana. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Central in December?

Central in December has an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What are the most humid months in Central?

The months with the highest humidity in Central are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Central?

The average relative humidity in December in Central, Louisiana, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Central?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Central?

The months with the most snowfall days in Central, Louisiana, are January and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

When does it start snowing in Central?

December is the first month it typically snows in Central. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Central?

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

How many hours of daylight does Central have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Central?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Central?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Central have in December?

In Central, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Central?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
68.7°F 20.4°C
61.7°F 16.5°C
58.8°F 14.9°C
Average low temperature
50.4°F 10.2°C
46.9°F 8.3°C
42.4°F 5.8°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
5.8mph 9.3km/h
6.3mph 10.1km/h
6.4mph 10.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
6.3mph 10.1km/h
6.7mph 10.8km/h
6.8mph 10.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
9.7mph 15.6km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average humidity
75%
81%
78%
Average rainfall
0.39" 10mm
0.47" 12mm
0.59" 15mm
Average rainfall days
4.6
6.5
5
Average snowfall days
0
0.1
0.1
Average daylight
10h 4min
10h 1min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
5h 5min
4h 5min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
24.1
22.5
24
Average UV index
4
3
3
Average cloud cover
36%
51%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in December
Central, LA

Average temperature in December - Central, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Central, LA

Average pressure in December - Central, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Central, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Central, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Central, LA

Average rainfall in December - Central, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Central, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Central, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Central, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Central, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, 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: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Central, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Central, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Central, LA

Average UV index in December - Central, 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
Central, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Central, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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

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Average visibility in December
Central, LA

Average visibility in December - Central, 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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