December weather forecast
Thibodaux, LA

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Weather in December

As the year draws to an end in Thibodaux, Louisiana, the winter chill starts making its presence known. December is characterized by moderate to low temperatures during the day accompanied by cooler nights. The shift in weather pattern pushes down the rainfall to 1.85" (47mm) compared to November. December is also defined by shorter days and reduced sunlight hours. As the cycle renews, January brings with it similar characteristics with slightly lower temperatures.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Thibodaux's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Thibodaux sees a steady low-temperature average of 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Thibodaux.

Rainfall

In December, in Thibodaux, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thibodaux, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Thibodaux. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Thibodaux, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days.

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 6:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Thibodaux.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Thibodaux, Louisiana. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Thibodaux?

In December, in Thibodaux, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months in Thibodaux?

July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Thibodaux?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Thibodaux in December?

In Thibodaux, Louisiana, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Thibodaux?

December is the first month it typically snows in Thibodaux. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thibodaux?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Thibodaux?

In December, the average day length in Thibodaux is 10h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thibodaux?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Thibodaux?

The month with the least sunshine in Thibodaux is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Thibodaux have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Thibodaux are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in December in Thibodaux?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average temperature in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average pressure in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average wind speed in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average humidity in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average rainfall in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Thibodaux, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Thibodaux, LA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thibodaux, 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 1min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average UV index in December - Thibodaux, LA
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Thibodaux, 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 24).

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Average visibility in December
Thibodaux, LA

Average visibility in December - Thibodaux, 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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