December weather forecast
Westlake, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westlake, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48°F (8.9°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). In Westlake, in December, the average low-temperature is a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Westlake, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westlake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.1 days and collects up to 39.25" (997mm) 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Westlake, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days and aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Westlake, in December, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Westlake?

In Westlake, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of 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 0.12" (3mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Westlake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Westlake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is 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 in Westlake is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westlake, LA

Average temperature in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Westlake, LA

Average pressure in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Westlake, LA

Average wind speed in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Westlake, LA

Average humidity in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Westlake, LA

Average rainfall in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Westlake, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westlake, LA

Average snowfall in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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
Westlake, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Westlake, 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
Westlake, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westlake, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westlake, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Westlake, LA

Average UV index in December - Westlake, 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
Westlake, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Westlake, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Westlake, LA

Average visibility in December - Westlake, 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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