December weather forecast
Palo Alto, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palo Alto, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and an average low of 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 73.8°F (23.2°C) in November to an enjoyable 67.1°F (19.5°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) is observed in Palo Alto.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Palo Alto, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.4 rainfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are February and December. The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Palo Alto. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Palo Alto, records 67.1°F (19.5°C), while the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Palo Alto, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 0.04" (1mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Palo Alto, the average day length in December is 10h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Palo Alto have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average temperature in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 67.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (65.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (50.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average pressure in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average wind speed in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average humidity in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average rainfall in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average snowfall in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average UV index in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Palo Alto, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Palo Alto, TX

Average visibility in December - Palo Alto, 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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