Temperature in Louisiana in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Louisiana, the United States of America this December.

Louisiana, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 15°C (59°F) in Bossier City to 19°C (66°F) in Raceland. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Raceland and 4°C (39°F) in Bossier City. During December, winter is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Louisiana, the United States of America in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Louisiana. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Louisiana in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Louisiana temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Louisiana, the United States of America in December?

New Orleans averages a daytime high of 19°C (66°F) in December, which is pleasant for Louisiana, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Louisiana, the United States of America in December?

After dark, New Orleans cools to about 9°C (48°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in Louisiana, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Raceland is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 19°C (66°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 8°C (46°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Louisiana, the United States of America?

In our database, Bossier City is the chilliest city in December in Louisiana, the United States of America. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 15°C (59°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 4°C (39°F).

How much sun does Louisiana, the United States of America get in December?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 157 hours of sunlight anticipated in New Orleans. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 22°C (72°F) in New Orleans this month, good for swimming and cooling off.

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