December weather forecast
Baker, LA

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Weather in December

The last month of the year, December brings Baker a range of colder temperatures that solidify the onset of winter. Interestingly, this month witnesses the reappearance of snowfall at 0.24" (6mm), a sight exclusive to December. Falling daylight hours and a decline in UV index are notable changes towards the year-end. Despite being the coldest month, December carries its own charm, welcoming the festive season with open arms.

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Baker encounters an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Baker, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.5 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Baker, is 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.4°F (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 computed to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Baker?

December is the first month it typically snows in Baker, Louisiana. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Baker have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Baker, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Baker, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Baker, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Baker, LA

Average wind speed in December - Baker, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Baker, LA

Average humidity in December - Baker, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Baker, LA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Baker, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Baker, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Baker, LA

Average snowfall in December - Baker, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Baker, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Baker, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Baker, LA

Average UV index in December - Baker, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Baker, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Baker, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Baker, LA

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

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

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