December weather forecast
South Plains, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in South Plains, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.6°F (10.9°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in South Plains, Texas, is 54%.

Rainfall

In South Plains, Texas, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.4 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In South Plains, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In South Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of December, in South Plains, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The month of December sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 51.6°F (10.9°C) at the peak and 33.3°F (0.7°C) at the low.

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in South Plains, the average high-temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 54%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Plains, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in South Plains?

In South Plains, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Plains, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In South Plains, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Plains have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
South Plains, TX

Average temperature in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
South Plains, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Plains, TX

Average wind speed in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
South Plains, TX

Average humidity in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (42%).

Average rainfall in December
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

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

Average snowfall days in December
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 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
South Plains, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Plains, TX

Average sunshine days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
South Plains, TX

Average UV index in December - South Plains, 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
South Plains, TX

Average cloud cover in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
South Plains, TX

Average visibility in December - South Plains, 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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