December weather forecast
Orchard, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Orchard, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) in November to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Orchard witnesses an average low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Orchard, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Orchard, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Orchard.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orchard.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Orchard, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Orchard, Texas. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Orchard in December?

December temperatures in Orchard, Texas, vary between a high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orchard?

In Orchard, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Orchard in December?

In Orchard, Texas, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Orchard?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Orchard in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Orchard?

The month with the shortest days in Orchard, Texas, is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Orchard, the average day length in December is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Orchard?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orchard, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Orchard?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard have in December?

In Orchard, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Orchard?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Orchard.

How high is the UV index in December in Orchard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orchard, TX

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Orchard, TX

Average pressure in December - Orchard, 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
Orchard, TX

Average wind speed in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Orchard, TX

Average humidity in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Orchard, TX

Average rainfall in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Orchard, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.4 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Orchard, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orchard, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orchard, TX

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Orchard, TX

Average UV index in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Orchard, TX

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

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

Average visibility in December
Orchard, TX

Average visibility in December - Orchard, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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