December weather forecast
Ector, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Ector, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

Ector's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Ector, Texas, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Ector, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.5 days and collects up to 34.29" (871mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ector, during December, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Ector, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Ector, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ector?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ector are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ector?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ector?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ector in December?

In Ector, Texas, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ector?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ector have in December?

The average day length in December in Ector is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ector?

On the first day of December in Ector, Texas, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ector?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ector, Texas.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ector?

In Ector, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ector?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ector?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ector is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ector, TX

Average temperature in December - Ector, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ector, TX

Average pressure in December - Ector, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ector, TX

Average wind speed in December - Ector, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ector, TX

Average humidity in December - Ector, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Ector, TX

Average rainfall in December - Ector, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Ector, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Ector, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ector, TX

Average snowfall in December - Ector, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ector, TX

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ector, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ector, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Ector, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ector, TX

Average UV index in December - Ector, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ector, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Ector, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Ector, TX

Average visibility in December - Ector, 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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