December weather forecast
Ridgecrest, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Ridgecrest, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in November to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). December in Ridgecrest, Louisiana, generally records an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ridgecrest, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ridgecrest, Louisiana, there are 151.7 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ridgecrest are January through March 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, in Ridgecrest, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ridgecrest 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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ridgecrest in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ridgecrest, is 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.2°F (6.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgecrest?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Ridgecrest?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgecrest?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Ridgecrest?

The average day length in December in Ridgecrest, Louisiana, is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ridgecrest?

On the first day of December in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ridgecrest?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgecrest have in December?

In Ridgecrest, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ridgecrest?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ridgecrest?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ridgecrest is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average temperature in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average humidity in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average snowfall in December - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgecrest, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average UV index in December - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

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

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