December weather forecast
Washington, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Washington, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Washington's average high-temperature, easing from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in November to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Washington's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.3 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

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 6:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Washington, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

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 is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Washington, the average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Washington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Washington?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washington, LA

Average temperature in December - Washington, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Washington, LA

Average pressure in December - Washington, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Washington, LA

Average wind speed in December - Washington, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Washington, LA

Average humidity in December - Washington, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Washington, LA

Average rainfall in December - Washington, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Washington, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Washington, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washington, LA

Average snowfall in December - Washington, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washington, LA

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washington, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washington, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Washington, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Washington, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Washington, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Washington, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Washington, LA

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

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

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