December weather forecast
Panhandle, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Panhandle, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Panhandle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.1 days and collects up to 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Panhandle, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Panhandle, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.1 days and aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December, characterized by an average high temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C), is generally the coldest month.

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 55%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Panhandle, Texas, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Panhandle, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Panhandle?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Panhandle, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Panhandle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Panhandle?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Panhandle, TX

Average temperature in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Panhandle, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Panhandle, TX

Average wind speed in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11mph).

Average humidity in December
Panhandle, TX

Average humidity in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (55%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (44%).

Average rainfall in December
Panhandle, TX

Average rainfall in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Panhandle, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Panhandle, TX

Average snowfall in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Panhandle, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Panhandle, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Panhandle, TX

Average UV index in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Panhandle, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Panhandle, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, April and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Panhandle, TX

Average visibility in December - Panhandle, 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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