December weather forecast
Athens, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Athens, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). Athens observes an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Athens, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Athens, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 18.11" (460mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Athens.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Athens in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Athens, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Athens, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 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 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Athens, TX

Average temperature in December - Athens, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Athens, TX

Average pressure in December - Athens, TX
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Athens, TX

Average wind speed in December - Athens, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Athens, TX

Average humidity in December - Athens, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Athens, TX

Average rainfall in December - Athens, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Athens, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Athens, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Athens, TX

Average snowfall in December - Athens, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Athens, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Athens, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athens, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athens, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Athens, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Athens, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Athens, TX

Average UV index in December - Athens, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Athens, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Athens, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Athens, TX

Average visibility in December - Athens, TX
  • 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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