December weather forecast
Carthage, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carthage, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Carthage's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Carthage observes an average nighttime temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Carthage, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carthage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Carthage. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Carthage, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Carthage is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Carthage, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carthage are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Carthage?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Carthage, is 56.8°F (13.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carthage?

In December, the average relative humidity in Carthage, Texas, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Carthage in December?

In Carthage, Texas, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Carthage?

December is the first month it typically snows in Carthage, Texas. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carthage?

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 Carthage?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carthage?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carthage?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Carthage, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carthage?

The average sunshine duration in December in Carthage is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carthage?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carthage?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carthage, TX

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.8°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 July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Carthage, TX

Average pressure in December - Carthage, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carthage, TX

Average wind speed in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Carthage, TX

Average humidity in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Carthage, TX

Average rainfall in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Carthage, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carthage, TX

Average snowfall in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carthage, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage, 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 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carthage, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and September (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Carthage, TX

Average UV index in December - Carthage, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Carthage, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Carthage, TX

Average visibility in December - Carthage, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April, May and December (5mi).

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