December weather forecast
The Shire, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in The Shire, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In The Shire, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. 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

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

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in The Shire.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

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

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In The Shire, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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?

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

How many hours of daylight does The Shire have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does The Shire have in December?

In The Shire, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average pressure in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average wind speed in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average humidity in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average rainfall in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average rainfall days in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average snowfall in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average snowfall days in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average sunshine days in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average UV index in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average cloud cover in December - The Shire, 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
The Shire, LA

Average visibility in December - The Shire, 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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