December weather forecast
Gardner, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Gardner, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.1°F (6.7°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from 66.7°F (19.3°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Gardner records an average nighttime low of 44.1°F (6.7°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Gardner, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Gardner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Gardner. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Gardner?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gardner, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gardner have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gardner, LA

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

Average wind speed in December
Gardner, LA

Average wind speed in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gardner, LA

Average humidity in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gardner, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Gardner, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gardner, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gardner, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gardner, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gardner, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gardner, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gardner, LA

Average UV index in December - Gardner, 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
Gardner, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Gardner, LA

Average visibility in December - Gardner, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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