December weather forecast
Melrose, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Melrose, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Melrose records an average temperature drop to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Melrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melrose, Louisiana, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Melrose?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Melrose, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Melrose?

In December, in Melrose, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Melrose. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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 Melrose have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melrose?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°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 (39.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Melrose, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melrose, LA

Average wind speed in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Melrose, LA

Average humidity in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Melrose, LA

Average rainfall in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melrose, LA

Average snowfall in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Melrose, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Melrose, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melrose, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Melrose, LA

Average UV index in December - Melrose, 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
Melrose, LA

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

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
Melrose, LA

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

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

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