December weather forecast
Melrose, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melrose, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). The average temperature in Melrose during December nights dips to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melrose, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Melrose. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melrose, Louisiana, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Melrose in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melrose?

In Melrose, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Melrose in December?

In December, in Melrose, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Melrose?

December is the first month it typically snows in Melrose. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melrose?

December has the shortest days of the year in Melrose, Louisiana, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Melrose have in December?

In Melrose, the average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melrose?

On the first day of December in Melrose, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Melrose?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Melrose?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Melrose?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Melrose?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Melrose, Louisiana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Melrose, LA

Average temperature in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°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 (39.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melrose, LA

Average pressure in December - Melrose, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Melrose, LA

Average wind speed in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melrose, LA

Average humidity in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melrose, LA

Average rainfall in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melrose, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
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
Melrose, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melrose, LA

Average UV index in December - Melrose, 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
Melrose, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Melrose, LA

Average visibility in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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