December weather forecast
Zachary, LA

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Weather in December

Wrapping up the year in Zachary, Louisiana, December introduces the onset of winter. The temperature continues its downward trend from November, reaching the lowest levels of the year. Humidity levels also decrease significantly, resulting in a much drier climate. The winter solstice in December implies the shortest daylight duration during this month. Particularly, this month sees a prominent decrease in temperature where the average low drops down to 45.9°F (7.7°C), and light snowfall marks the arrival of winter.

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature in Zachary, Louisiana, subtly recedes from November's agreeable 68°F (20°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Zachary, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

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 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall in Zachary are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) 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 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Zachary is 10h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Zachary?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Zachary have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Zachary, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zachary, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Zachary, LA

Average pressure in December - Zachary, 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
Zachary, LA

Average wind speed in December - Zachary, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Zachary, LA

Average rainfall in December - Zachary, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Zachary, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Zachary, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (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
Zachary, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Zachary, 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
Zachary, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zachary, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zachary, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Zachary, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Zachary, LA

Average visibility in December - Zachary, 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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