December weather forecast
Ball, LA

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Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Ball, Louisiana with temperatures continuing to drop, shifting towards winter's chill. Daylight hours continue to dwindle, aligned with the winter solstice. There’s a pleasant secrecy in the air, punctuated by a slight chance of snowfall with just 0.04" (1mm). Despite increased cloud coverage, the festive spirit shines through. The lingering charm of the year-end festivities, amidst a slight rumble of winter winds washing over the city concludes a year of varied climatic experiences.

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Throughout December, Ball encounters an average temperature drop to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

In Ball, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ball, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Ball, 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. In Ball, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ball?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ball is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ball have in December?

In Ball, the average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 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 Ball have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ball, LA

Average temperature in December - Ball, 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).

Average pressure in December
Ball, LA

Average pressure in December - Ball, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Ball, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ball, 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).

Average humidity in December
Ball, LA

Average humidity in December - Ball, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Ball, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ball, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Ball, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Ball, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Ball, LA

Average snowfall in December - Ball, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Ball, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Ball, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ball, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ball, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ball, 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).

Average UV index in December
Ball, LA

Average UV index in December - Ball, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Ball, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Ball, 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).

Average visibility in December
Ball, LA

Average visibility in December - Ball, 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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