December weather forecast
Oak Ridge, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oak Ridge, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

Oak Ridge's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Oak Ridge's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oak Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Oak Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Oak Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oak Ridge, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oak Ridge have in December?

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

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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average pressure in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average wind speed in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average humidity in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average rainfall in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average snowfall in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 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
Oak Ridge, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

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

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average UV index in December - Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Ridge, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Oak Ridge, LA

Average visibility in December - Oak Ridge, 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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