Normal weather for New Orleans in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in New Orleans with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 15°C.
In December, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Want nice weather? Then December is a great time to be in New Orleans. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
New Orleans in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
20°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
22°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
16°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
85 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 10 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
The hurricane season in New Orleans runs from June to November.
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Start of December
The month of December starts in New Orleans with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 19°C, with nights close to 12°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans will be around 20°C, with nights close to 14°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 29°C, New Orleans hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in New Orleans
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for New Orleans, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 12 days of rain in New Orleans.
Daily UV Index in December in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in New Orleans, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in New Orleans, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in December for New Orleans
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Weather experiences in December in New Orleans
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Average Weather in New Orleans by Month
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