December weather forecast
Odessa, TX

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A striking image of a calm pond and a scenic garden park on its other side, behind the buildings of the city of Odessa in Texas
A striking image of a calm pond and a scenic garden park on its other side, behind the buildings of the city of Odessa in Texas

Weather in December

Finally, December rounds off the year with fully engaged winter temperatures. As the shortest day of the year falls in this month, decreased daylight hours are expected. Rainfall during this month continues but decreases from November, and snowfall remains present. Temperatures in December continue the chilly trend with a low of 38.8°F (3.8°C), tying with January for the second coldest month of the year. One can also expect a continuation of November's snowfall, tallying up to 1.26" (32mm).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). Odessa experiences an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) in month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Odessa, Texas, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.5 rainfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Odessa are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are November and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.8h 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Odessa, 56.1°F (13.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 52%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are November and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Odessa, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Odessa have in December?

In Odessa, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

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 reading in December?

In Odessa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Odessa, TX

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°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 (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Odessa, TX

Average pressure in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Odessa, TX

Average wind speed in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Odessa, TX

Average humidity in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (37%).

Average rainfall in December
Odessa, TX

Average rainfall in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Odessa, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Odessa, TX

Average snowfall in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are November and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Odessa, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Odessa, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Odessa, TX

Average UV index in December - Odessa, 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
Odessa, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Odessa, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Odessa, TX

Average visibility in December - Odessa, 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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