December weather forecast
Harrisonburg, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harrisonburg, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Harrisonburg experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C) in November to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Harrisonburg, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harrisonburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Harrisonburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Harrisonburg experiences an average high-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Harrisonburg, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harrisonburg?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harrisonburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 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 Harrisonburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average temperature in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°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 (40.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average pressure in December - Harrisonburg, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Harrisonburg, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average humidity in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average rainfall in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Harrisonburg, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harrisonburg, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrisonburg, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average UV index in December - Harrisonburg, 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
Harrisonburg, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Harrisonburg, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Harrisonburg, LA

Average visibility in December - Harrisonburg, 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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