December weather forecast
Ben Wheeler, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Ben Wheeler, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.4°F (5.2°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Ben Wheeler experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Ben Wheeler, the expected average low-temperature for December is a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ben Wheeler, Texas, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ben Wheeler, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ben Wheeler, there are 110.7 rainfall days, and 14.06" (357mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Ben Wheeler, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ben Wheeler, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ben Wheeler, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Ben Wheeler, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Ben Wheeler. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Ben Wheeler?

The high-temperature in Ben Wheeler during December is 55.9°F (13.3°C) and the low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ben Wheeler?

The average relative humidity in December in Ben Wheeler is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ben Wheeler?

In Ben Wheeler, Texas, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ben Wheeler?

In Ben Wheeler, snow does not fall in April through December.

Does it snow in Ben Wheeler in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Ben Wheeler?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ben Wheeler.

How many hours of daylight does Ben Wheeler have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ben Wheeler is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ben Wheeler?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ben Wheeler, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ben Wheeler?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Ben Wheeler, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ben Wheeler?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ben Wheeler is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ben Wheeler?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Ben Wheeler, Texas.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ben Wheeler?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ben Wheeler is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average temperature in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

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

Average wind speed in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average wind speed in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average humidity in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average rainfall in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and October (1.81").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and November (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average snowfall in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ben Wheeler, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average UV index in December - Ben Wheeler, 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
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Ben Wheeler, TX

Average visibility in December - Ben Wheeler, 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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