December weather forecast
Lancaster, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lancaster, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average high of 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

In Lancaster, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) to a still refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is experienced in Lancaster.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lancaster is 70%.

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lancaster, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.9 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lancaster.
On the first day of December in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.5h 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Lancaster?

In December, in Lancaster, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in Lancaster in December?

In December, in Lancaster, Texas, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lancaster?

March through December are months without snowfall in Lancaster.

Does it snow in Lancaster in December?

In Lancaster, Texas, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lancaster?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lancaster.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lancaster?

The average day length in December in Lancaster is 10h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lancaster?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lancaster?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Lancaster, Texas, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lancaster?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lancaster?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lancaster, TX

Average temperature in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39°F).

Average pressure in December
Lancaster, TX

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, TX

Average wind speed in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lancaster, TX

Average humidity in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Lancaster, TX

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Lancaster, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lancaster, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lancaster, TX

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

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lancaster, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lancaster, TX

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Lancaster, TX

Average visibility in December - Lancaster, 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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