December weather forecast
Palmetto, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Palmetto, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

In Palmetto, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) in November to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Palmetto, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palmetto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 39.09" (993mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palmetto are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Palmetto, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.9 days and aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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 Palmetto, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:16 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 in Palmetto, Louisiana, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmetto in December?

During December, Palmetto experiences an average high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palmetto?

The average relative humidity in December in Palmetto is 81%.

How much does it rain in Palmetto in December?

In Palmetto, Louisiana, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Palmetto?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palmetto?

The month with the shortest days in Palmetto is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palmetto have in December?

In December, the average day length in Palmetto, Louisiana, is 10h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palmetto?

On the first day of December in Palmetto, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Palmetto?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Palmetto?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Palmetto?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Palmetto?

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

Average temperature in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palmetto, LA

Average pressure in December - Palmetto, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Palmetto, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palmetto, LA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palmetto, LA

Average rainfall in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palmetto, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palmetto, LA

Average snowfall in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palmetto, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmetto, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palmetto, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palmetto, LA

Average UV index in December - Palmetto, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palmetto, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Palmetto, LA

Average visibility in December - Palmetto, LA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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