December weather forecast
Ratliff, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ratliff, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.1°F (20.6°C) in November to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). An average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ratliff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.8 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.2 snowfall days, and 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Ratliff?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ratliff?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ratliff, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ratliff have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ratliff have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ratliff is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ratliff, LA

Average temperature in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ratliff, LA

Average pressure in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ratliff, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ratliff, LA

Average humidity in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July, August, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ratliff, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Ratliff, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ratliff, LA

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Ratliff, LA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ratliff, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ratliff, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ratliff, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ratliff, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Ratliff, LA

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

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

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