December weather forecastPineville, LA
December
Weather in December
December in Pineville announces the arrival of winter, characterized by sharp drops in both daytime and nighttime temperatures. The month sees a significant elevation in rainfall, close to 3.31" (84mm), ensuring a damp start to winter. Short days with reduced sunlight hours establish the quintessential winter ambience, inviting residents to partake in warmth-inducing festivities. Interestingly, traces of snowfall can be spotted in December, albeit scarce, measuring an approximate 0.04" (1mm).Temperature
December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in November to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). An average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is noted during the nights in December.Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pineville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Pineville, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pineville, LA
- Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 44.1°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 (40.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Pineville, 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
Pineville, LA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Pineville, LA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Pineville, LA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in December
Pineville, LA
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pineville, LA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pineville, LA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pineville, LA
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pineville, LA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Pineville, 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
Pineville, LA
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Pineville, LA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).
