December weather forecast
Kaplan, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kaplan, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Kaplan records a consistent low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kaplan, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kaplan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.1 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Kaplan?

During December, Kaplan experiences an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kaplan, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Kaplan in December?

In Kaplan, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:20 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 many hours of sunshine does Kaplan have in December?

In Kaplan, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Kaplan, LA

Average pressure in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kaplan, LA

Average wind speed in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kaplan, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Kaplan, LA

Average rainfall in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Kaplan, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kaplan, LA

Average snowfall in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kaplan, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kaplan, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kaplan, LA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kaplan, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kaplan, LA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Kaplan, LA

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

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

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