December weather forecast
Saint Elmo, LA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C) is noted in Saint Elmo, Louisiana.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Saint Elmo are February, September and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Elmo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.4 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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, in Saint Elmo, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Elmo, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Saint Elmo?

In Saint Elmo, in December, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months in Saint Elmo?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Elmo?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint Elmo, Louisiana, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Elmo?

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

When it does not snow in Saint Elmo?

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

Does it snow in Saint Elmo in December?

In Saint Elmo, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint Elmo?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Elmo?

On the first day of December in Saint Elmo, 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 in Saint Elmo?

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

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

In Saint Elmo, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Elmo?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Saint Elmo, Louisiana, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Saint Elmo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Elmo, Louisiana, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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