December weather forecast
Coushatta, LA

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Weather in December

December in Coushatta signals the full arrival of winter. The transitional phase ends as temperatures drop to their lowest average, from a high of 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C), offering the most distinct winter feels of all months. Despite this, it's not the coldest month, but is the wettest, registering a rainfall amount of 3.5" (89mm). The colder temperatures, combined with the highest relative humidity of the year at 81%, make December a distinctly winter-based month in Coushatta.

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Coushatta's average high-temperature eases from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout December, Coushatta witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Coushatta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 37.01" (940mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:56 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:19 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Coushatta in December?

In Coushatta, 57.4°F (14.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Coushatta, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Coushatta have in December?

In Coushatta, the average day length in December is 10h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Coushatta?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Coushatta, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Coushatta, LA

Average temperature in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Coushatta, LA

Average pressure in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coushatta, LA

Average wind speed in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Coushatta, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Coushatta, LA

Average rainfall in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Coushatta, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coushatta, LA

Average snowfall in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coushatta, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Coushatta, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coushatta, 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 July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coushatta, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Coushatta, LA

Average UV index in December - Coushatta, 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
Coushatta, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Coushatta, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Coushatta, LA

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

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

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