December weather forecast
Richardson, TX

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December in Richardson is synonymous with diminished daylight, increased cloudiness, and a proportional reduction in sunshine. The likelihood for a white Christmas is minimal, with rare bouts of snowfall. It is during these chilly last days of December that Richardson experiences temperatures swaying from 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a relatively mild 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

In Richardson, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C) to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Richardson, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. In Richardson, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Richardson, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richardson.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Richardson in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Richardson, is 55°F (12.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Richardson, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in Richardson in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Richardson, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 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 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Richardson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Richardson have in December?

In Richardson, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Richardson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richardson, TX

Average temperature in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Richardson, TX

Average pressure in December - Richardson, 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
Richardson, TX

Average wind speed in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Richardson, TX

Average humidity in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richardson, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Richardson, TX

Average UV index in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Richardson, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Richardson, TX

Average visibility in December - Richardson, 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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