December weather forecast
Gentilly Terrace, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

Gentilly Terrace's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in November to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is recorded in Gentilly Terrace.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Gentilly Terrace, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gentilly Terrace, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gentilly Terrace, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 44.25" (1124mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Gentilly Terrace, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Gentilly Terrace?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gentilly Terrace are 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Gentilly Terrace?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gentilly Terrace?

In Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gentilly Terrace?

In Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gentilly Terrace?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gentilly Terrace, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gentilly Terrace?

In December, the average day length in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, is 10h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gentilly Terrace?

On the first day of December in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gentilly Terrace?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gentilly Terrace have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gentilly Terrace, Louisiana, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gentilly Terrace?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Gentilly Terrace, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gentilly Terrace?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gentilly Terrace is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average temperature in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average pressure in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average wind speed in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average humidity in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average UV index in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gentilly Terrace, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Gentilly Terrace, LA

Average visibility in December - Gentilly Terrace, 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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