December weather forecast
Hempstead, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hempstead, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 46.4°F (8°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's pleasant 68.7°F (20.4°C) to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hempstead, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.7 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Hempstead. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hempstead, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Hempstead. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hempstead, the average day length in December is 10h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hempstead?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hempstead.

How many hours of sunshine does Hempstead have in December?

In Hempstead, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hempstead, TX

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

Average wind speed in December
Hempstead, TX

Average wind speed in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hempstead, TX

Average humidity in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hempstead, TX

Average rainfall in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Hempstead, TX

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hempstead, TX

Average snowfall in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hempstead, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hempstead, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hempstead, TX

Average UV index in December - Hempstead, 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
Hempstead, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Hempstead, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Hempstead, TX

Average visibility in December - Hempstead, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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