December weather forecast
Leesville, LA

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Weather in December

December serves as the arrival of winter, characterized by shorter days, heightened wind speeds, and colder temperatures. Remarkably, a shy recurrence of snowfall at 0.16" (4mm), after a ten-month gap, signifies the full circle made by the year's weather pattern. An increased pressure and reduced visibility lend a frosty touch to the environment. The UV index dips to its lowest point, relievedly signaling the absence of harmful radiation. Despite the chill, witnessing the city blanketed in snow makes it a wonderful time in Leesville.

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). Leesville reports an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Leesville, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Leesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Leesville, Louisiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.4 days and aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) 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, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leesville in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Leesville, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Leesville?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Leesville, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:21 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 Leesville have in December?

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

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

Average temperature in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in December
Leesville, LA

Average pressure in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Leesville, LA

Average wind speed in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Leesville, LA

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

Average rainfall in December
Leesville, LA

Average rainfall in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Leesville, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leesville, LA

Average snowfall in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leesville, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leesville, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leesville, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Leesville, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Leesville, LA

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Leesville, LA

Average visibility in December - Leesville, 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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