December weather forecast
Belle Meade, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Belle Meade, is still a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.6°F (5.9°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in November to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Belle Meade, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belle Meade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Belle Meade, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Belle Meade, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. 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. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Belle Meade?

Belle Meade in December has an average high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°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 December, in Belle Meade, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Belle Meade have in December?

In Belle Meade, the average day length in December is 10h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Belle Meade have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average temperature in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average pressure in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Belle Meade, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average humidity in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average rainfall in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average snowfall in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belle Meade, LA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average UV index in December - Belle Meade, 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
Belle Meade, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Belle Meade, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Belle Meade, LA

Average visibility in December - Belle Meade, 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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