December weather forecast
Quitman, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Quitman, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.5°F (13.6°C) and min 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a still refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Quitman. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Quitman is December, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Quitman experiences an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Quitman, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Quitman, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Quitman have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

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 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Quitman, LA

Average pressure in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Quitman, LA

Average wind speed in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Quitman, LA

Average humidity in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Quitman, LA

Average rainfall in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Quitman, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quitman, LA

Average snowfall in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Quitman, LA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quitman, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Quitman, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Quitman, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Quitman, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Quitman, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Quitman, LA

Average visibility in December - Quitman, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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