December is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Saint James Parish. December is an excellent month for swimming in Saint James Parish with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Saint James Parish in the months of January, February, March, July, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
The average maximum temperature in Saint James Parish in December is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average temperature in Saint James Parish in December is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Saint James Parish in December is 24°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Saint James Parish in December are 11 and there are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Saint James Parish in December is typically 7.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Saint James Parish in December is 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Saint James Parish in December is 23.9cm and on average there are 13.4 rainy days in December making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Saint James Parish in December is 24° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 25° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Saint James Parish in December is typically 89.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.9% in the previous month and 87.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Saint James Parish in December is typically 78.8%. The average relative humidity is 79.6% in the previous month and 77.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Saint James Parish in December is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Saint James Parish in December is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Saint James Parish in December is from the East.
