December weather forecastNatchitoches, LA
December
Weather in December
December in Natchitoches, Louisiana, marks the onset of winter, with the highest temperature further dropping to a cooler 57.9°F (14.4°C). The overall atmosphere exhibits wintry characteristics with short daylight hours and a cloudier sky. The increase in humidity, facilitated by lower temperatures and heightened rainfall, contributes to a chilly ambiance. Despite the cold, the city witnesses an intriguing inching up of sunlight hours, hinting at the longer days to come in the new year. Entering January, the city continues its winter journey, anticipating marginal rises in temperatures, humidity, and daylight hours.Temperature
The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). An average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) is observed during December nights.Humidity
In Natchitoches, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Natchitoches, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) 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 0.3 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
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 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average pressure in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average humidity in December
Natchitoches, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Natchitoches, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Natchitoches, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Natchitoches, LA
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
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 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average UV index in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Natchitoches, 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).
Average visibility in December
Natchitoches, 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).
