December weather forecast
Saint Elmo, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Saint Elmo, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low of 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Saint Elmo's average high-temperature eases from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout the December nights, Saint Elmo encounters a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

February, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Saint Elmo, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Elmo, is 62.6°F (17°C), while the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Saint Elmo is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saint Elmo, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Saint Elmo, 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 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Saint Elmo, Louisiana, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average temperature in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48°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 (44.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average pressure in December - Saint Elmo, 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 and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average humidity in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
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
Saint Elmo, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 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 and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Elmo, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average UV index in December - Saint Elmo, 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
Saint Elmo, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Saint Elmo, LA

Average visibility in December - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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