December weather forecast
Terra Haute, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Terra Haute, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). During December, Terra Haute's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Terra Haute, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Terra Haute, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. 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 0.4 snowfall days, and 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Terra Haute in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Terra Haute, is 61.9°F (16.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Terra Haute?

In Terra Haute, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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?

The month with the shortest days in Terra Haute is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Terra Haute?

The average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Terra Haute have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average temperature in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average pressure in December - Terra Haute, 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
Terra Haute, LA

Average wind speed in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average humidity in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average rainfall in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average snowfall in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Terra Haute, 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
Terra Haute, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Terra Haute, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average UV index in December - Terra Haute, 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
Terra Haute, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Terra Haute, LA

Average visibility in December - Terra Haute, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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