December weather forecast
El Reno, OK

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Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December in El Reno sees the return of frigid weather. The cooling trend from November persists, culminating in December's chilly conditions. The modest snowfall of 0.55" (14mm) typically seen in December heralds the wintry charm of the season. The days shorten, restricting the available daylight further to just under 10 hours. The gradual drift from December's wintry chills to January's similar conditions brings the weather full circle, signaling the advent of a new year.

Temperature

El Reno's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's mild 59°F (15°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In El Reno, Oklahoma, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In El Reno, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for El Reno in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in El Reno, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In El Reno, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In El Reno, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does El Reno have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in El Reno?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In El Reno, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
El Reno, OK

Average temperature in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - El Reno, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
El Reno, OK

Average humidity in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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 - El Reno, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - El Reno, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - El Reno, 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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