December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December heralds the commencement of winter in Cushing, with the weather conditions taking a sharp turn from November. It records the lowest temperature, dropping to a chilling 34.2°F (1.2°C). Snowfall increases, albeit slightly, up to 0.16" (4mm), bestowing a white blanket on the cityscape. Despite the dip in temperature, December invites festive cheer with its Christmas and New Year celebrations. The short days and long nights, coupled with a cozy winter environment, set the scene for warm fireplaces and hot cocoa.

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Cushing experiences an average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Cushing. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Cushing, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cushing, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

What is the driest month in Cushing?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cushing, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cushing?

In Cushing, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cushing have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cushing, OK
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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