December weather forecast
Santa Elena, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Santa Elena, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C).

Temperature

Santa Elena experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in November to a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 65%, December is the most humid month in Santa Elena, Texas.

Rainfall

In Santa Elena, Texas, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.5 rainfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Santa Elena.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Santa Elena is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Santa Elena, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Santa Elena, Texas. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Santa Elena?

The high-temperature in Santa Elena, Texas, during December is 70.9°F (21.6°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Santa Elena?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in December in Santa Elena?

In Santa Elena, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How much does it rain in Santa Elena in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Santa Elena?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Santa Elena in December?

In Santa Elena, Texas, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Santa Elena?

With an average of 10h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Santa Elena.

What is the average length of the day in December in Santa Elena?

In December, the average day length in Santa Elena is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Santa Elena?

On the first day of December in Santa Elena, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Santa Elena?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Santa Elena.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Elena have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Elena?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Santa Elena?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Santa Elena, Texas, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average temperature in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (100°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average pressure in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average wind speed in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average humidity in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average rainfall in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average UV index in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Elena, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Santa Elena, TX

Average visibility in December - Santa Elena, 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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