Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
During the shift to December, Taft records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) in November to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Taft records an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Taft, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Taft, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.3 days.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 6:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:12 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Taft have in December?
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How long on average sun shines in December in Taft?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in December?
Average temperature in December
Taft, LA
- Average high temperature in December: 63.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 50.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Taft, 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
Taft, LA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Taft, 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
Taft, LA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Taft, LA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Taft, LA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Taft, 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
Taft, LA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Taft, LA
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Taft, 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 24).
Average visibility in December
Taft, 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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