Orleans Parish (New Orleans)
December
Weather in Orleans Parish, Louisiana for December 2026
Your guide to Orleans Parish weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Orleans Parish at the beginning of December is 17 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 17.5 °C by the end of December.
Orleans Parish experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 7 rainy days and a total precipitation of 141 mm.
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24
Dry days
7
Rainy days
0
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17°/11°
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19 km/h
Avg max wind
76 %
Avg humidity
Orleans Parish Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Orleans Parish
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December weather in Orleans Parish day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Light rain | 20° /13° | 2.9 mm | 3.9 | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 6.4 mm | 3.8 | |
| Dec. 3 |  Mist | 15° /10° | 0.3 mm | 3.8 | |
| Dec. 4 | Light rain | 17° /10° | 6.5 mm | 3.8 | |
| Dec. 5 | Light rain | 17° /11° | 5.5 mm | 3.8 | |
| Dec. 6 |  Overcast | 13° /8° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 7 |  Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 1.6 mm | 3.7 | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 19° /11° | 0 mm | 3.7 | |
| Dec. 9 |  Moderate rain | 19° /14° | 21.2 mm | 3.7 | |
| Dec. 10 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /9° | 7.7 mm | 3.7 | |
| Dec. 11 |  Sunny | 14° /7° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 12 | Overcast | 16° /9° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 13 | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 1.6 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 18° /11° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 16 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /12° | 2.2 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 17 | Light rain | 16° /13° | 3.5 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 18 |  Heavy rain | 20° /14° | 48.9 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 19 | Overcast | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 21 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 1 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 22 | Light rain | 18° /11° | 2.5 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 23 | Sunny | 15° /10° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 24 | Light rain | 14° /10° | 4.9 mm | 2 | |
| Dec. 25 | Light rain | 16° /11° | 7.6 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 17° /11° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Dec. 27 | Overcast | 19° /14° | 0 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 28 | Patchy rain possible | 19° /14° | 2.4 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 29 | Light rain | 18° /12° | 6 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 30 | Light rain | 15° /9° | 8 mm | 3.6 | |
| Dec. 31 | Sunny | 20° /10° | 0.1 mm | 3.7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Orleans Parish in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Orleans Parish forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Orleans Parish in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Orleans Parish during December?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 17° and cooler nights around 11°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Orleans Parish during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 141 mm is expected in Orleans Parish during December, occurring over more than 7 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Orleans Parish during December?
The average wind speed in Orleans Parish during December is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
December rainfall patterns in Orleans Parish
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Typically, Orleans Parish has 7 rainy days in December with a total of 141 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Orleans Parish during December
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