December weather forecast
Dodson, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Dodson, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.4°F (14.1°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dodson, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:16 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Dodson, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in Dodson in December?

In Dodson, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) 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 Dodson have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dodson?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Dodson have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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 reading in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

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

Average pressure in December
Dodson, LA

Average pressure in December - Dodson, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dodson, LA

Average wind speed in December - Dodson, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodson, LA

Average humidity in December - Dodson, 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
Dodson, LA

Average rainfall in December - Dodson, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodson, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Dodson, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodson, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodson, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Dodson, LA

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

Average sunshine days in December
Dodson, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Dodson, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodson, LA

Average UV index in December - Dodson, 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
Dodson, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Dodson, LA

Average visibility in December - Dodson, 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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