Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) during the nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Lake Charles is 79%.Rainfall
In December, in Lake Charles, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.1 rainfall days, and 39.25" (997mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lake Charles are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Lake Charles. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lake Charles, there are 0.4 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Lake Charles, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month 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 ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Lake Charles?
How much does it rain in Lake Charles in December?
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What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Charles?
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When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Charles?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Lake Charles?
How many hours of sunshine does Lake Charles have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Lake Charles?
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Average temperature in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 48°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.12"
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
Lake Charles, 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
Lake Charles, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lake Charles, LA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Lake Charles, 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
Lake Charles, LA
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Lake Charles, 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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