December weather forecast
Bel, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bel, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Bel's average high-temperature, easing from an enjoyable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). In Bel, the average nighttime temperature during December is a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bel, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.7 snowfall days, and 0.35" (9mm) 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 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bel, is 61°F (16.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 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 December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bel, LA

Average temperature in December - Bel, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.2°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
Bel, LA

Average pressure in December - Bel, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bel, LA

Average wind speed in December - Bel, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bel, LA

Average humidity in December - Bel, 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
Bel, LA

Average rainfall in December - Bel, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Bel, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Bel, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bel, LA

Average snowfall in December - Bel, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bel, LA

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bel, 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
Bel, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Bel, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bel, LA

Average UV index in December - Bel, 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
Bel, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Bel, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Bel, LA

Average visibility in December - Bel, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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