December weather forecast
Wakefield, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Wakefield, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). Wakefield, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, Louisiana, in December, during 14.7 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wakefield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wakefield are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Wakefield. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.8 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) 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 6:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wakefield in December?

In Wakefield, 60.1°F (15.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Wakefield. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) 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 Wakefield have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wakefield?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wakefield, LA

Average temperature in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wakefield, LA

Average pressure in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wakefield, LA

Average wind speed in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wakefield, LA

Average humidity in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wakefield, LA

Average rainfall in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Wakefield, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wakefield, LA

Average snowfall in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wakefield, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Wakefield, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wakefield, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wakefield, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wakefield, LA

Average UV index in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Wakefield, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Wakefield, LA

Average visibility in December - Wakefield, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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