December weather forecast
Natchez, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Natchez, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

Natchez observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). During the nights in December, Natchez experiences a consistent average temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Natchez are January through March and December. 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 Natchez, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
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.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Natchez in December has an average high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:08 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Natchez have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average pressure in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average wind speed in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average humidity in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average rainfall in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average snowfall in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average UV index in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Natchez, 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
Natchez, LA

Average visibility in December - Natchez, 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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