December weather forecast
Elmwood, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Elmwood, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average high of 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C). An average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Elmwood.

Rainfall

In Elmwood, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Elmwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Elmwood. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elmwood, is 63.3°F (17.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Elmwood?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Elmwood, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elmwood have in December?

In Elmwood, the average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elmwood?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Elmwood, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elmwood, LA

Average temperature in December - Elmwood, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elmwood, LA

Average pressure in December - Elmwood, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Elmwood, LA

Average wind speed in December - Elmwood, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elmwood, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Elmwood, LA

Average rainfall in December - Elmwood, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Elmwood, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Elmwood, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmwood, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elmwood, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Elmwood, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elmwood, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Elmwood, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Elmwood, 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).

Average visibility in December
Elmwood, LA

Average visibility in December - Elmwood, 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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