December weather forecast
Saint Joseph, LA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Saint Joseph, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from 65.1°F (18.4°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Saint Joseph's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saint Joseph, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Saint Joseph, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Saint Joseph, Louisiana, 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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint Joseph, Louisiana. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Saint Joseph?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Saint Joseph?

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

How much does it rain in Saint Joseph in December?

In Saint Joseph, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Saint Joseph?

April through December are months without snowfall in Saint Joseph.

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 in Saint Joseph?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Saint Joseph, Louisiana, the average day length in December is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Joseph?

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, in Saint Joseph, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Saint Joseph?

The month with the least sunshine in Saint Joseph, Louisiana, is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saint Joseph?

The average sunshine duration in December in Saint Joseph, Louisiana, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Saint Joseph?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health 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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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