December weather forecast
Saint Joseph, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Saint Joseph, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from 65.1°F (18.4°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Saint Joseph witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Saint Joseph, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Saint Joseph, snow does not fall in April through December.

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 6:47 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Saint Joseph.

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 health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Joseph in December?

In December, in Saint Joseph, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Joseph?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Saint Joseph?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Saint Joseph in December?

In Saint Joseph, 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, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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

In Saint Joseph, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate 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 Joseph, LA

Average temperature in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average pressure in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Joseph, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Joseph, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 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, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Joseph, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Joseph, LA

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

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Joseph, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Saint Joseph, LA

Average visibility in December - Saint Joseph, 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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