December weather forecast
Smithville, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithville, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Smithville, Louisiana, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Smithville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January 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 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Smithville, Louisiana, is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Smithville are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smithville in December?

Smithville in December has an average high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithville?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Smithville?

December is the first month it typically snows in Smithville, Louisiana. 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 Smithville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Smithville, Louisiana, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Smithville, Louisiana, is 10h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Smithville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithville, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Smithville?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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 Smithville?

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

Average temperature in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°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 (40.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smithville, LA

Average pressure in December - Smithville, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Smithville, LA

Average wind speed in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smithville, LA

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Smithville, LA

Average rainfall in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smithville, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smithville, LA

Average snowfall in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Smithville, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Smithville, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithville, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smithville, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Smithville, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smithville, LA

Average UV index in December - Smithville, 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
Smithville, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Smithville, LA

Average visibility in December - Smithville, 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).

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