December weather forecast
Irene, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Irene, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Irene's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a pleasant 68°F (20°C) in November to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). During December, Irene records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Irene, Louisiana, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated 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, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Irene, the average high-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Irene, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Irene have in December?

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 6:45 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Irene?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Irene have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Irene, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Irene, LA

Average temperature in December - Irene, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Irene, LA

Average pressure in December - Irene, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Irene, LA

Average wind speed in December - Irene, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Irene, LA

Average humidity in December - Irene, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Irene, LA

Average rainfall in December - Irene, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Irene, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Irene, LA

Average snowfall in December - Irene, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Irene, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Irene, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 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, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irene, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Irene, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Irene, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Irene, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Irene, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Irene, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Irene, LA

Average visibility in December - Irene, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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