December weather forecast
Lafitte, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Lafitte, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from an agreeable 69.8°F (21°C) in November to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). During the month of December, Lafitte's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Lafitte, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

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 6:38 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h 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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lafitte in December?

Lafitte in December has an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Lafitte are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Lafitte is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lafitte, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Lafitte, 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 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lafitte have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 5:12 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lafitte, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lafitte, LA

Average temperature in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lafitte, LA

Average pressure in December - Lafitte, 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
Lafitte, LA

Average wind speed in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lafitte, LA

Average humidity in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lafitte, LA

Average rainfall in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Lafitte, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Lafitte, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Lafitte, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lafitte, 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 2min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lafitte, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lafitte, LA

Average UV index in December - Lafitte, 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
Lafitte, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Lafitte, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Lafitte, LA

Average visibility in December - Lafitte, 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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