December weather forecast
Covington, LA

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Weather in December

December in Covington, Louisiana welcomes the start of winter, ensuing colder temperatures and misty landscapes. This month brings with it short days matched with equally long nights. The chilly December air brings a unique festive spirit as holiday decorations embellish the town. Despite the cold, the weather remains inviting, embracing residents and visitors with wintry enchantment. A sharp rise in rainfall is witnessed in this month, reaching 2.95" (75mm) from November's 1.3" (33mm), signifying winters own dawn.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Covington experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) in November to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). In the month of December, Covington experiences an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Covington, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Covington, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Covington, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Covington, Louisiana, are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Covington, Louisiana. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Covington, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Covington.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Covington is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Covington?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month in Covington?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month in Covington, Louisiana.

What is the average humidity in December in Covington?

In Covington, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Covington?

In Covington, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Covington?

December is the first month it typically snows in Covington, Louisiana. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Covington?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Covington?

On the first day of December in Covington, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Covington?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Covington, Louisiana, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Covington?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Covington, Louisiana, is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Covington?

In Covington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Covington, LA

Average temperature in December - Covington, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.2°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 (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Covington, LA

Average pressure in December - Covington, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Covington, LA

Average wind speed in December - Covington, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Covington, LA

Average humidity in December - Covington, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Covington, LA

Average rainfall in December - Covington, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Covington, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Covington, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Covington, LA

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

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
Covington, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Covington, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Covington, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Covington, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Covington, LA

Average UV index in December - Covington, 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
Covington, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Covington, LA

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

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

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