December weather forecast
Saint Benedict, LA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). In Saint Benedict, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Saint Benedict, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Saint Benedict, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Benedict, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 47.7°F (8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saint Benedict.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Benedict have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Benedict have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average temperature in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Benedict, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average humidity in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Benedict, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average UV index in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Saint Benedict, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Benedict, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Saint Benedict, LA

Average visibility in December - Saint Benedict, 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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