December weather forecast
Modeste, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Modeste, is also an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48°F (8.9°C) and an average high of 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Modeste experiences a consistent average temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Modeste, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Modeste, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.4 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Modeste, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Modeste, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Modeste?

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

How many hours of daylight does Modeste have in December?

In Modeste, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Modeste?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Modeste have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Modeste, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Modeste, LA

Average temperature in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Modeste, LA

Average pressure in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Modeste, LA

Average wind speed in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Modeste, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Modeste, LA

Average rainfall in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Modeste, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Modeste, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
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
Modeste, LA

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Modeste, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Modeste, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Modeste, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Modeste, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Modeste, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Modeste, LA

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

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

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