December weather forecast
Mount Houmas, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Houmas, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout December nights, Mount Houmas experiences a consistent temperature average of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Houmas, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Houmas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Mount Houmas.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Mount Houmas, in December, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Houmas, Louisiana, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Houmas 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 6:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Mount Houmas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average temperature in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Mount Houmas, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average humidity in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Houmas, 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
Mount Houmas, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Houmas, 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
Mount Houmas, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Houmas, 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
Mount Houmas, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Mount Houmas, 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
Mount Houmas, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Mount Houmas, LA

Average visibility in December - Mount Houmas, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May and September (5mi).

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