December weather forecast
Dresden, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dresden, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). During December, Dresden experiences an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dresden, Texas, is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dresden, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Dresden, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.8 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Dresden.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dresden, is 56.8°F (13.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dresden, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dresden, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in December?

In Dresden, 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.

How many hours of daylight does Dresden have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Dresden have in December?

In Dresden, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dresden, TX

Average temperature in December - Dresden, 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 (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°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 (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Dresden, TX

Average pressure in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Dresden, TX

Average wind speed in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Dresden, TX

Average humidity in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Dresden, TX

Average rainfall in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Dresden, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dresden, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dresden, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dresden, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dresden, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dresden, TX

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Dresden, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Dresden, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Dresden, TX

Average visibility in December - Dresden, 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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