December weather forecast
Purcell, OK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Purcell, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Purcell experiences an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Purcell, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Purcell, Oklahoma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.5 days and collects up to 24.21" (615mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Purcell, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Purcell, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Purcell, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Purcell, the average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Purcell, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Purcell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Purcell, OK

Average temperature in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Purcell, 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 - Purcell, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
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 - Purcell, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 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 - Purcell, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Purcell, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Purcell, 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 - Purcell, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Purcell, 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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