December weather forecast
Denton, TX

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Weather in December

Winter returns in full glory in December, with Denton, Texas experiencing chillier climates and a festive ambiance. From the first day of December, the thermometer continues its downward spiral, with the mercury dropping from November's breezy conditions. December brings back a taste of winter snowfall, averaging mild 0.2" (5mm). The city's streets become adorned with holiday decorations, creating an enchanting winter wonderland amidst the cold. Thus, as the year wraps up, Denton embraces the cold and gears up for a new year of unpredictable Texas weather.

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Denton's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). In Denton, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Denton, Texas, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Denton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.3 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Denton, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Denton, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures in Denton, Texas, vary between a high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Denton, in December, during 0.3 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Denton, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Denton have in December?

In Denton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Denton, TX

Average temperature in December - Denton, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Denton, TX

Average pressure in December - Denton, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Denton, TX

Average wind speed in December - Denton, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Denton, TX

Average humidity in December - Denton, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Denton, TX

Average rainfall in December - Denton, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Denton, TX

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denton, TX

Average snowfall in December - Denton, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denton, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Denton, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denton, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denton, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Denton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Denton, TX

Average UV index in December - Denton, 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
Denton, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Denton, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Denton, TX

Average visibility in December - Denton, 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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