December weather forecast
Port Lavaca, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Port Lavaca, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) in November to an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 52.9°F (11.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Port Lavaca, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Lavaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature in Port Lavaca is 64°F (17.8°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 64°F (17.8°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Port Lavaca in December?

In Port Lavaca, in December, the average high-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Port Lavaca, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Port Lavaca, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the ocean temperature in December in Port Lavaca?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Port Lavaca is 64°F (17.8°C). Swimming in 64°F (17.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Port Lavaca is 10h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average temperature in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (62.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average pressure in December - Port Lavaca, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average wind speed in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average humidity in December - Port Lavaca, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average rainfall in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average snowfall in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average sea temperature in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average sea temperature in December: 64°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (60.1°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Lavaca, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average UV index in December - Port Lavaca, 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 and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Port Lavaca, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Port Lavaca, TX

Average visibility in December - Port Lavaca, 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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