December weather forecast
Big Island, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Big Island, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C). The low-temperature average for Big Island during December stands at a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Big Island, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Big Island, Louisiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Big Island, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Big Island, is 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Big Island is 10h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Island, sunrise is at 7:07 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 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Big Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Big Island, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°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 (40.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Island, LA

Average pressure in December - Big Island, 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
Big Island, LA

Average wind speed in December - Big Island, 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
Big Island, LA

Average humidity in December - Big Island, 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
Big Island, LA

Average rainfall in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Island, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Island, LA

Average snowfall in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Island, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 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
Big Island, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Island, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Island, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Island, LA

Average UV index in December - Big Island, 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
Big Island, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Big Island, LA

Average visibility in December - Big Island, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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