December weather forecast
Gretna Green, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Gretna Green, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

In Gretna Green, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in November to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gretna Green is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gretna Green, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gretna Green, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Gretna Green, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gretna Green?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gretna Green, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Gretna Green, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gretna Green have in December?

In Gretna Green, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average pressure in December - Gretna Green, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gretna Green, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average humidity in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average snowfall in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 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, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gretna Green, LA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average UV index in December - Gretna Green, 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
Gretna Green, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gretna Green, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Gretna Green, LA

Average visibility in December - Gretna Green, 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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