December weather forecast
Taft, OK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Taft, Oklahoma, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Taft experiences a mean low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Taft, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Taft.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Taft, 49.1°F (9.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Taft, Oklahoma, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain in Taft when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Taft, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Taft have in December?

In Taft, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Taft, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taft, OK

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°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 - Taft, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Taft, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Taft, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Taft, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Taft, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Taft, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Taft, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Taft, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taft, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Taft, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (17.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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 - Taft, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Taft, 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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