December weather forecast
Opelousas, LA

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Weather in December

The year in Opelousas, Louisiana, wraps up with December, bringing with it the invigorating chill of winter. The city is characterized by festive cheer, cooler temperatures, and the lightest snowfall of the year. Despite the wintry conditions, rainfall levels witness a small increase compared to the preceding month of November at 0.98" (25mm). At an average high of 60.6°F (15.9°C), December boasts the coldest temperatures, urging locals to stay warm and add layers. Thus, as the New Year approaches, Opelousas readies itself for another cycle of changing weather patterns, repeating the annual traditions of each season.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Opelousas sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). During December, Opelousas's temperature averages to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Opelousas, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

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 average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September 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 many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Opelousas have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Opelousas, Louisiana, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Opelousas, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Opelousas, LA

Average temperature in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°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 (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Opelousas, LA

Average pressure in December - Opelousas, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Opelousas, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Opelousas, LA

Average humidity in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Opelousas, LA

Average rainfall in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Opelousas, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Opelousas, LA

Average snowfall in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Opelousas, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Opelousas, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Opelousas, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Opelousas, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Opelousas, LA

Average UV index in December - Opelousas, 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
Opelousas, LA

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

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
Opelousas, LA

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

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

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