December weather forecastEssen, LA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Essen, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).Temperature
Essen's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). During December, Essen experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Essen, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Essen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Essen, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days and aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Essen, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Essen, LA
- Average high temperature in December: 61.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 46.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Essen, LA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Essen, LA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Essen, 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 (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Essen, LA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Essen, LA
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Essen, LA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Essen, 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 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Essen, LA
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Essen, LA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Essen, LA
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Essen, LA
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Essen, LA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
