December weather forecast
Houston, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Houston, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in Houston.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Houston, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Houston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houston are January through April, November and December. In December, in Houston, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Houston.
On the first day of December in Houston, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Houston, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Houston are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Houston in December?

In Houston, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Houston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Houston is 77%.

How much does it rain in Houston in December?

In Houston, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Houston in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Houston?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Houston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houston, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Houston?

In Houston, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Houston?

The months with the lowest UV index in Houston, Missouri, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Houston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Houston is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Houston, MO

Average temperature in December - Houston, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Houston, MO

Average pressure in December - Houston, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Houston, MO

Average wind speed in December - Houston, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Houston, MO

Average humidity in December - Houston, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Houston, MO

Average rainfall in December - Houston, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Houston, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Houston, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Houston, MO

Average snowfall in December - Houston, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Houston, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Houston, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Houston, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Houston, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Houston, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Houston, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Houston, MO

Average UV index in December - Houston, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Houston, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Houston, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Houston, MO

Average visibility in December - Houston, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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