December weather forecast
Austin, TX

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The beautiful Lady Bird Lake passing through the city skyscrapers of Austin city, Texas
The beautiful Lady Bird Lake passing through the city skyscrapers of Austin city, Texas

Weather in December

December in Austin, Texas celebrates the year-end with a return to cooler temperatures. The city experiences a full circle of weather patterns, ending the year much like it began in terms of temperature. Cloud cover is dense at 41%, matching the sombre mood of winter. Despite this, the moderate temperature range ensures outdoor activities remain appealing.

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout December, Austin witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Austin, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Austin in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Austin, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Austin, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Austin in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Austin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Austin, TX

Average temperature in December - Austin, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Austin, TX

Average pressure in December - Austin, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Austin, TX

Average wind speed in December - Austin, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Austin, TX

Average humidity in December - Austin, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Austin, TX

Average rainfall in December - Austin, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Austin, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Austin, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Austin, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.4").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Austin, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Austin, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Austin, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Austin, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Austin, TX

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

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Austin, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Austin, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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

Average visibility in December
Austin, TX

Average visibility in December - Austin, 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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