December weather forecast
Houston, TX

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A beautiful park in Root square overlooking the central business district of Houston, Texas, USA
A beautiful park in Root square overlooking the central business district of Houston, Texas, USA

Weather in December

December illuminates Houston with festive lights and celebrations. The bee-hive of activity, coupled with the vibrant decorations, adds a magical touch to the city's wintry landscape. As the final month of the year, December invites residents and visitors alike to savor the joyful atmosphere that envelops the city. Coats and mittens become a common sight as the temperature drops further to as low as 49.6°F (9.8°C). Furthermore, a small amount of snowfall, 0.08" (2mm), can be observed, adding to the authentic winter experience in December.

Temperature

Houston observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). During December, Houston experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Houston, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.5 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. The month with the most snowfall in Houston is December, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Houston, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Houston, is 63°F (17.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Houston in December?

In Houston, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Houston, the average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 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 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Houston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Houston, TX

Average temperature in December - Houston, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in December
Houston, TX

Average pressure in December - Houston, 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
Houston, TX

Average wind speed in December - Houston, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Houston, TX

Average humidity in December - Houston, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Houston, TX

Average rainfall in December - Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Houston, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Houston, TX

Average snowfall in December - Houston, 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
Houston, TX

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Houston, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Houston, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Houston, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Houston, TX

Average UV index in December - Houston, 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
Houston, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Houston, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Houston, TX

Average visibility in December - Houston, 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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