December weather forecast
Denham Springs, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Denham Springs, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Denham Springs throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Denham Springs, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 96.2 rainfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are January and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Denham Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the most humid month in Denham Springs?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall days in Denham Springs are January and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Denham Springs have in December?

In Denham Springs, the average sunshine duration in December 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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average pressure in December - Denham Springs, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average wind speed in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average humidity in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average rainfall in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.6 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denham Springs, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average UV index in December - Denham Springs, 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
Denham Springs, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Denham Springs, LA

Average visibility in December - Denham Springs, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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