December weather forecast
Columbia, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbia, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and an average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C) in November to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). Columbia records an average nighttime low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Columbia, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 39.45" (1002mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Columbia. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.4 days and aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Columbia, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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 Columbia have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Columbia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbia?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Columbia, LA

Average temperature in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Columbia, LA

Average pressure in December - Columbia, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Columbia, LA

Average wind speed in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Columbia, LA

Average humidity in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Columbia, LA

Average rainfall in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Columbia, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Columbia, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Columbia, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 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
Columbia, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Columbia, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Columbia, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Columbia, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Columbia, LA

Average UV index in December - Columbia, 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
Columbia, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Columbia, 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
Columbia, LA

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

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

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