December weather forecast
Newcastle, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Newcastle, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

In Newcastle, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 54.9°F (12.7°C) at the peak and 37.9°F (3.3°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Newcastle, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Newcastle, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Newcastle, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a minimum average of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Newcastle, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newcastle in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Newcastle have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Newcastle have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Newcastle, TX

Average temperature in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Newcastle, TX

Average pressure in December - Newcastle, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newcastle, TX

Average wind speed in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Newcastle, TX

Average humidity in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
Newcastle, TX

Average rainfall in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Newcastle, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newcastle, TX

Average snowfall in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newcastle, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newcastle, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newcastle, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Newcastle, TX

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Newcastle, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Newcastle, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Newcastle, TX

Average visibility in December - Newcastle, 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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