December weather forecast
Prairie Lea, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prairie Lea, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

In Prairie Lea, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Prairie Lea, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Prairie Lea, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairie Lea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Prairie Lea, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.9 days and aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Prairie Lea experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prairie Lea?

In Prairie Lea, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie Lea have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie Lea have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Prairie Lea is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average temperature in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average pressure in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average wind speed in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average humidity in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average rainfall in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average snowfall in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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 and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie Lea, TX

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

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average UV index in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Prairie Lea, TX

Average visibility in December - Prairie Lea, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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