December weather forecast
Pelican, LA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pelican, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a mild 57°F (13.9°C). December brings Pelican a consistent average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pelican, Louisiana, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.3 rainfall days, and 37.09" (942mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, September and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.2 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Pelican, 57°F (13.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pelican, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pelican, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pelican?

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?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Pelican is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pelican have in December?

In Pelican, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Pelican, LA

Average pressure in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pelican, LA

Average wind speed in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pelican, LA

Average humidity in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Pelican, LA

Average rainfall in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Pelican, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pelican, LA

Average snowfall in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pelican, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pelican, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pelican, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pelican, LA

Average UV index in December - Pelican, 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
Pelican, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Pelican, LA

Average visibility in December - Pelican, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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