December weather forecast
Sheridan, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Sheridan, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Sheridan experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sheridan, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 21.69" (551mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Sheridan?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sheridan, records 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the low-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, TX

Average temperature in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sheridan, TX

Average pressure in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sheridan, TX

Average wind speed in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sheridan, TX

Average humidity in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Sheridan, TX

Average rainfall in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Sheridan, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sheridan, TX

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sheridan, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 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
Sheridan, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sheridan, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sheridan, TX

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

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sheridan, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Sheridan, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sheridan, TX

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

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

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