December weather forecast
Taft, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Taft, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) in November to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). In the month of December, Taft witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Taft, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Taft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Taft. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Taft, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Taft, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Taft?

In Taft, in December, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Taft?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Taft?

In Taft, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Taft?

In December, in Taft, Louisiana, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Taft?

December is the first month it typically snows in Taft, Louisiana. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taft?

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Taft.

What is the average length of the day in December in Taft?

In December, the average day length in Taft, Louisiana, is 10h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Taft?

On the first day of December in Taft, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Taft?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Taft?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Taft?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Taft, Louisiana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Taft, LA

Average temperature in December - Taft, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Taft, LA

Average pressure in December - Taft, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Taft, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Taft, LA

Average humidity in December - Taft, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Taft, LA

Average rainfall in December - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Taft, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Taft, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Taft, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taft, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Taft, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Taft, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Taft, LA

Average UV index in December - Taft, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Taft, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Taft, LA

Average visibility in December - Taft, 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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