December weather forecast
River Ridge, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in River Ridge, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 51.6°F (10.9°C) and max 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

River Ridge's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout the month of December, River Ridge reports a steady low-temperature average of 51.6°F (10.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In River Ridge, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.5 rainfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, River Ridge experiences an average high-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and a low-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In River Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In River Ridge, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In River Ridge, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does River Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in River Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does River Ridge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in River Ridge?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
River Ridge, LA

Average temperature in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

Average pressure in December
River Ridge, LA

Average pressure in December - River Ridge, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
River Ridge, LA

Average wind speed in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
River Ridge, LA

Average humidity in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
River Ridge, LA

Average rainfall in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
River Ridge, LA

Average rainfall days in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
River Ridge, LA

Average snowfall in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
River Ridge, LA

Average snowfall days in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
River Ridge, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - River Ridge, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
River Ridge, LA

Average sunshine days in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
River Ridge, LA

Average UV index in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
River Ridge, LA

Average cloud cover in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
River Ridge, LA

Average visibility in December - River Ridge, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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