December weather forecast
Alexandria, LA

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Weather in December

December imposes the advent of winter for the city of Alexandria, Louisiana with temperatures sinking lower than in November. The city, shrouded in higher cloud cover compared to previous months, brings forth festive, overcast skies. Despite a decline in sunshine hours, clear days are far from a rarity in December, providing ample opportunity to enjoy the holiday season. Light rainfall intersperses across the month, contributing to the chilly winter atmosphere. Moving past December, the gradual uptick in temperature as the city welcomes the new year brings a promise of warmer days ahead.

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). In Alexandria, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Alexandria, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Alexandria. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alexandria, is 58.6°F (14.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months in Alexandria?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Alexandria, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Alexandria?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 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 Alexandria?

The average day length in December is 10h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alexandria?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Alexandria have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alexandria?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alexandria, LA

Average temperature in December - Alexandria, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Alexandria, LA

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Alexandria, LA

Average wind speed in December - Alexandria, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Alexandria, LA

Average humidity in December - Alexandria, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Alexandria, LA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Alexandria, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alexandria, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alexandria, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Alexandria, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alexandria, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alexandria, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Alexandria, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Alexandria, LA

Average UV index in December - Alexandria, 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
Alexandria, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Alexandria, LA

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

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

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