December weather forecast
Rice, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rice, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from 64.9°F (18.3°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Rice, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.9 days and collects up to 31.5" (800mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rice, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Rice.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 56.5°F (13.6°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rice, Texas, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, 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 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rice, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Rice, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rice, TX

Average temperature in December - Rice, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Rice, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rice, TX

Average wind speed in December - Rice, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rice, TX

Average humidity in December - Rice, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Rice, TX

Average rainfall in December - Rice, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Rice, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Rice, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rice, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rice, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Rice, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rice, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rice, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Rice, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Rice, TX

Average UV index in December - Rice, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rice, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Rice, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Rice, TX

Average visibility in December - Rice, 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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