December weather forecast
Bernard, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bernard, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in November to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). In Bernard, an average temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bernard, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.7 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, September and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Bernard, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.5 days.

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 6:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:20 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bernard, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

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

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.

How many hours of daylight does Bernard have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Bernard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Bernard, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bernard, LA

Average temperature in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.3°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 (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bernard, LA

Average pressure in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Bernard, LA

Average wind speed in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bernard, LA

Average humidity in December - Bernard, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bernard, LA

Average rainfall in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Bernard, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Bernard, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Bernard, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bernard, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bernard, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bernard, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bernard, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Bernard, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Bernard, LA

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

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

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