December weather forecast
Ridgecrest, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgecrest, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Ridgecrest's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C) in November to a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). In Ridgecrest, in December, the average low-temperature is a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ridgecrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March 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 Ridgecrest, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ridgecrest have in December?

In Ridgecrest, the average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In Ridgecrest, the average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average temperature in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average wind speed in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average rainfall in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgecrest, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgecrest, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgecrest, LA

Average UV index in December - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ridgecrest, LA

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

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

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