December weather forecast
Powhatan, LA

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Weather in December

As December unfolds, Powhatan is ushered into winter’s frosty grip. Frost-glazed mornings and the earthy smell of snow define the onset of another winter cycle. A sharp drop in the high temperature down to 57.9°F (14.4°C) marks the definitive arrival of winter. Shorter daylight hours and cooler evenings paint a typical winter scenario. As Powhatan traverses through December, a festive flavor mingles with a wintry chill, setting the stage for holiday celebrations.

Temperature

Powhatan's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). During the month of December, Powhatan anticipates a mean low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Powhatan, sunrise is at 7:12 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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Powhatan in December?

During December, Powhatan experiences an average high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 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 Powhatan, Louisiana, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Powhatan. 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, 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?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Powhatan, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average pressure in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average wind speed in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average humidity in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average rainfall in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average snowfall in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

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

Average sunshine days in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average UV index in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA

Average visibility in December - Powhatan, 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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