December weather forecast
Elton, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elton, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 61°F (16.1°C). Elton experiences an average nighttime temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Elton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elton, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Elton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Elton, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Elton, is 61°F (16.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and 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 80%.

How much does it rain in Elton in December?

In Elton, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Elton, Louisiana, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:20 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 Elton have in December?

In Elton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Elton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elton, LA

Average temperature in December - Elton, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.6°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 (42.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elton, LA

Average pressure in December - Elton, 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
Elton, LA

Average wind speed in December - Elton, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elton, LA

Average humidity in December - Elton, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Elton, LA

Average rainfall in December - Elton, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Elton, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Elton, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elton, LA

Average snowfall in December - Elton, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elton, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Elton, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elton, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Elton, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Elton, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elton, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Elton, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Elton, LA

Average visibility in December - Elton, 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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