December weather forecast
Palestine, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palestine, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average high of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). An average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Palestine, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palestine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.9 days and collects up to 11.61" (295mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

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 7:05 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Palestine, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall in Palestine.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Palestine, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Palestine, TX

Average pressure in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Palestine, TX

Average wind speed in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Palestine, TX

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Palestine, TX

Average rainfall in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Palestine, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palestine, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palestine, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palestine, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palestine, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Palestine, TX

Average UV index in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Palestine, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Palestine, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Palestine, TX

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

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

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