December weather forecast
Sheltons, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheltons, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in November to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). Sheltons experiences an average low-temperature reading of 42.1°F (5.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sheltons, Louisiana, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheltons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sheltons is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sheltons in December?

During December, Sheltons experiences an average high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheltons?

The average relative humidity in December in Sheltons, Louisiana, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sheltons in December?

In December, in Sheltons, Louisiana, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sheltons?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Sheltons in December?

In Sheltons, Louisiana, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheltons?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sheltons, Louisiana, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sheltons have in December?

In Sheltons, Louisiana, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sheltons?

On the first day of December in Sheltons, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheltons have in December?

In Sheltons, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheltons?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sheltons?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sheltons, Louisiana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sheltons, LA

Average temperature in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheltons, LA

Average pressure in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheltons, LA

Average wind speed in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheltons, LA

Average humidity in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheltons, LA

Average rainfall in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheltons, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheltons, LA

Average snowfall in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheltons, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 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
Sheltons, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheltons, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheltons, LA

Average UV index in December - Sheltons, 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
Sheltons, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Sheltons, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Sheltons, LA

Average visibility in December - Sheltons, 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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