December weather forecast
North Houston, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in North Houston, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

North Houston's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in November to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). North Houston's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 48.6°F (9.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In North Houston, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in North Houston, Texas, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall in North Houston, Texas. December is the first month it typically snows in North Houston, Texas. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in North Houston, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in North Houston, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for North Houston in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in North Houston, is 63°F (17.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Houston?

In North Houston, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in North Houston in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in North Houston?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in North Houston?

December has the shortest days of the year in North Houston, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in North Houston?

The average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in North Houston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in North Houston, Texas, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in North Houston?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in North Houston.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Houston?

In North Houston, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in North Houston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in North Houston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Houston is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Houston, TX

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in December
North Houston, TX

Average pressure in December - North 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
North Houston, TX

Average wind speed in December - North Houston, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
North Houston, TX

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
North Houston, TX

Average rainfall in December - North Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
North Houston, TX

Average rainfall days in December - North Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Houston, TX

Average snowfall in December - North Houston, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Houston, TX

Average snowfall days in December - North Houston, 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 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Houston, TX

Average sunshine days in December - North Houston, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
North Houston, TX

Average UV index in December - North 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
North Houston, TX

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
North Houston, TX

Average visibility in December - North 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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