December weather forecast
Cottonport, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cottonport, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Cottonport's average high-temperature eases from a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Cottonport experiences a steady low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cottonport, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Cottonport. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cottonport in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Cottonport, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cottonport?

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 is 10h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cottonport, LA

Average temperature in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cottonport, LA

Average pressure in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Cottonport, LA

Average wind speed in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cottonport, LA

Average humidity in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Cottonport, LA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Cottonport, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cottonport, LA

Average snowfall in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cottonport, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Cottonport, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cottonport, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cottonport, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Cottonport, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cottonport, LA

Average UV index in December - Cottonport, 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
Cottonport, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Cottonport, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Cottonport, LA

Average visibility in December - Cottonport, 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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