December weather forecast
Shenandoah, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Shenandoah, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

Shenandoah's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a pleasant 69.6°F (20.9°C) in November to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shenandoah, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shenandoah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.1 days and collects up to 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.6 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shenandoah during December are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C) respectively. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Shenandoah, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average temperature in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average pressure in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average wind speed in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average humidity in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average rainfall in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average snowfall in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shenandoah, TX

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Shenandoah, TX

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Shenandoah, TX

Average visibility in December - Shenandoah, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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