December weather forecast
Arcadia, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Arcadia, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

In Arcadia, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Arcadia, there are 2.8 snowfall days, and 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Arcadia, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Arcadia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arcadia, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arcadia?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Arcadia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Arcadia, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arcadia, LA

Average wind speed in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Arcadia, LA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Arcadia, LA

Average rainfall in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Arcadia, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arcadia, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arcadia, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 6min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Arcadia, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Arcadia, LA

Average UV index in December - Arcadia, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Arcadia, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Arcadia, LA

Average visibility in December - Arcadia, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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