December weather forecast
Gilchrist, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilchrist, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 61.9°F (16.6°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

Gilchrist's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gilchrist, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, September and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Gilchrist, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gilchrist in December?

In December, in Gilchrist, the average high-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gilchrist, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gilchrist, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Gilchrist have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gilchrist?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average temperature in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average pressure in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Gilchrist, TX

Average wind speed in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average humidity in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average rainfall in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilchrist, TX

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Gilchrist, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Gilchrist, TX

Average visibility in December - Gilchrist, 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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