December weather forecast
Gillis, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Gillis, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Gillis sees a steady low-temperature average of 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gillis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.9 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Gillis, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.7 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gillis, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Gillis, 61.3°F (16.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.4°F (8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gillis, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 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.

How many hours of daylight does Gillis have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gillis?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Gillis?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gillis, LA

Average temperature in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Gillis, LA

Average pressure in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Gillis, LA

Average wind speed in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gillis, LA

Average humidity in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Gillis, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Gillis, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gillis, LA

Average snowfall in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Gillis, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Gillis, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gillis, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gillis, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Gillis, LA

Average UV index in December - Gillis, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gillis, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gillis, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Gillis, LA

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

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

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