December weather forecast
Forest Hill, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Forest Hill, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Forest Hill records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in November to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) 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 6:51 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 in Forest Hill. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Forest Hill?

In December, in Forest Hill, the average high-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Forest Hill. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Forest Hill?

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

Average temperature in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average pressure in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average wind speed in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average humidity in December - Forest Hill, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average rainfall in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average snowfall in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 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
Forest Hill, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Hill, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average UV index in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Forest Hill, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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
Forest Hill, LA

Average visibility in December - Forest Hill, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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