December weather forecast
Delta, LA

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Weather in December

December traditionally introduces winter to Delta, Louisiana, with temperatures dropping significantly from the previous month. The weather during this month is characterized by chill in the air, more cloud cover, and a relatively high chance of rains. Although rare, snow might grace the city with an average accumulation of 0.04" (1mm). With average high temperatures of 57°F (13.9°C) and low temperatures of 43.7°F (6.5°C), residents can expect a comfortable yet chilly holiday season. As the year comes to a close, the residents must brace themselves for winter's peak in the coming weeks.

Temperature

The onset of December in Delta brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) in November to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Delta records a steady low-temperature average of 43.7°F (6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Delta, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Delta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.7 days and collects up to 38.82" (986mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Delta, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Delta, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Delta is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Delta in December?

In Delta, in December, the average high-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Delta?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Delta.

What is the average humidity in December in Delta?

In Delta, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Delta in December?

In Delta, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Delta in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout December, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Delta?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Delta, Louisiana, is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Delta?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Delta, Louisiana, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Delta?

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Delta, Louisiana.

How many hours of sunshine does Delta have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Delta?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Delta?

In Delta, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Delta, LA

Average temperature in December - Delta, LA
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Delta, LA

Average pressure in December - Delta, 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
Delta, LA

Average wind speed in December - Delta, LA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Delta, LA

Average humidity in December - Delta, LA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Delta, LA

Average rainfall in December - Delta, LA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Delta, LA

Average rainfall days in December - Delta, LA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Delta, LA

Average snowfall in December - Delta, LA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Delta, LA

Average snowfall days in December - Delta, LA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Delta, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Delta, LA

Average sunshine days in December - Delta, LA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Delta, LA

Average UV index in December - Delta, 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
Delta, LA

Average cloud cover in December - Delta, LA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Delta, LA

Average visibility in December - Delta, 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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