December weather forecast
Gonzales, LA

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Weather in December

December confirms winter's arrival in Gonzales, Louisiana. The average minimum temperature drops further to 47.7°F (8.7°C), setting a distinctly cooler ambiance. However, December receives steady rainfall not typically associated with the winter months. Shorter daylight hours and increased cloud coverage are to be expected, enhancing the winter feel. Winter in Gonzlaes is characterized by lower temperatures and increased precipitation, closing off the year on a cool and wet note.

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Gonzales's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Gonzales, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.5 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gonzales, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gonzales, Louisiana, is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gonzales, Louisiana, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gonzales, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:02 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?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gonzales have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gonzales, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gonzales, LA

Average temperature in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.7°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 (43.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gonzales, LA

Average pressure in December - Gonzales, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Gonzales, LA

Average wind speed in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gonzales, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gonzales, LA

Average snowfall in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gonzales, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 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, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gonzales, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gonzales, LA

Average UV index in December - Gonzales, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Gonzales, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Gonzales, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Gonzales, LA

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

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

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