December weather forecast
Gentilly Terrace, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gentilly Terrace, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.1°F (17.3°C) and min 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

In Gentilly Terrace, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). The temperature dips to an average of 52°F (11.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Gentilly Terrace, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gentilly Terrace, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 44.25" (1124mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gentilly Terrace in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gentilly Terrace, is 63.1°F (17.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gentilly Terrace?

In Gentilly Terrace, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gentilly Terrace have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 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 Gentilly Terrace have in December?

In Gentilly Terrace, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December in Gentilly Terrace?

In Gentilly Terrace, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average temperature in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average pressure in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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 and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average wind speed in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average humidity in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average UV index in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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 25).

Average visibility in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average visibility in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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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