December weather forecast
Rapides, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Rapides, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Rapides's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). In Rapides, an average temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rapides, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Rapides, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Rapides, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rapides, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h 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. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Rapides, 58.6°F (14.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°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 Rapides, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rapides, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rapides?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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 Rapides have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rapides, LA

Average temperature in December - Rapides, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°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 (40.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Rapides, LA

Average pressure in December - Rapides, 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
Rapides, LA

Average wind speed in December - Rapides, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rapides, LA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall in December - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rapides, LA

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

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rapides, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rapides, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Rapides, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rapides, LA

Average UV index in December - Rapides, 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
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Rapides, LA

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

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

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