December weather forecast
Oakdale, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oakdale, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Oakdale experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from 67.1°F (19.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Oakdale records an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Oakdale, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.7 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Oakdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 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 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Oakdale. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and a low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oakdale, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Oakdale have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakdale is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakdale, LA

Average temperature in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakdale, LA

Average pressure in December - Oakdale, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakdale, LA

Average wind speed in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakdale, LA

Average humidity in December - Oakdale, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Oakdale, LA

Average rainfall in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakdale, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakdale, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakdale, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakdale, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakdale, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakdale, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Oakdale, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Oakdale, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Oakdale, LA

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

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

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