December weather forecast
Joyce, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Joyce, is still a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Joyce notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a still refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Joyce is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Joyce, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Joyce. December is the first month it typically snows in Joyce. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Joyce, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. 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 evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Joyce, in December, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Joyce?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 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, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Joyce have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Joyce, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Joyce?

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

Average temperature in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Joyce, LA

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

Average wind speed in December
Joyce, LA

Average wind speed in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Joyce, LA

Average humidity in December - Joyce, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Joyce, LA

Average rainfall in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Joyce, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Joyce, LA

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Joyce, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Joyce, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Joyce, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Joyce, LA

Average UV index in December - Joyce, 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
Joyce, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Joyce, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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
Joyce, LA

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

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

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