December weather forecast
McElroy, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McElroy, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 63°F (17.2°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). Throughout December, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In McElroy, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In McElroy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McElroy in December?

December temperatures in McElroy vary between a high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 49.5°F (9.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In McElroy, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McElroy, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in McElroy?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McElroy have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in McElroy, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does McElroy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McElroy, LA

Average temperature in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in December
McElroy, LA

Average pressure in December - McElroy, 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
McElroy, LA

Average wind speed in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
McElroy, LA

Average humidity in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
McElroy, LA

Average rainfall in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
McElroy, LA

Average rainfall days in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
McElroy, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
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
McElroy, LA

Average snowfall days in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McElroy, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
McElroy, LA

Average sunshine days in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
McElroy, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
McElroy, LA

Average cloud cover in December - McElroy, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
McElroy, LA

Average visibility in December - McElroy, 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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