December weather forecast
Jena, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jena, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Jena experiences an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Jena, Louisiana, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.1 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March 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. Throughout the year, in Jena, Louisiana, there are 1.5 snowfall days, and 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Jena, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. 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 Jena?

In December, in Jena, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jena?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Jena in December?

In Jena, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Jena?

December is the first month it typically snows in Jena. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jena?

The month with the shortest days in Jena, Louisiana, is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jena have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jena?

On the first day of December in Jena, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Jena?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Jena.

How many hours of sunshine does Jena have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Jena, Louisiana, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Jena?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Jena?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jena, Louisiana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jena, LA

Average temperature in December - Jena, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°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 (39.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jena, LA

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Jena, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jena, LA

Average humidity in December - Jena, 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
Jena, LA

Average rainfall in December - Jena, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jena, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Jena, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jena, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jena, LA

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jena, 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jena, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Jena, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jena, LA

Average UV index in December - Jena, 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
Jena, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Jena, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Jena, LA

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

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

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