December weather forecast
Sanford, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sanford, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.6 days and collects up to 11.46" (291mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sanford, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Sanford's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the temperature in December?

In December, in Sanford, the average high-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Sanford?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sanford?

In Sanford, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 55%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sanford, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sanford, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Sanford?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Sanford is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanford, TX

Average temperature in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (30.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sanford, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sanford, TX

Average wind speed in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sanford, TX

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Sanford, TX

Average rainfall in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Sanford, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sanford, TX

Average snowfall in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sanford, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.7 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
Sanford, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanford, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sanford, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

Average UV index in December
Sanford, TX

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

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 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sanford, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Sanford, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Sanford, TX

Average visibility in December - Sanford, 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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