December weather forecast
Samstown, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Samstown, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Samstown, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In Samstown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Samstown, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Samstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Samstown experiences an average high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Samstown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Samstown, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Samstown, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Samstown, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Samstown, sunrise is at 7:00 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In Samstown, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Samstown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Samstown, LA

Average temperature in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.8°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 (44.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Samstown, LA

Average pressure in December - Samstown, 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
Samstown, LA

Average wind speed in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Samstown, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Samstown, LA

Average rainfall in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Samstown, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Samstown, LA

Average snowfall in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Samstown, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 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, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Samstown, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Samstown, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Samstown, LA

Average UV index in December - Samstown, 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
Samstown, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Samstown, 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
Samstown, LA

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

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

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