December weather forecast
Washington, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Washington, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Washington is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.8 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Washington?

The high-temperature, in December, in Washington, records 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°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 Washington, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) 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.

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 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Washington, Texas, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:34 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Washington?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Washington, TX

Average temperature in December - Washington, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Washington, TX

Average pressure in December - Washington, 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
Washington, TX

Average wind speed in December - Washington, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Washington, TX

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Washington, TX

Average rainfall in December - Washington, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Washington, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Washington, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washington, TX

Average snowfall in December - Washington, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washington, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Washington, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washington, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washington, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washington, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Washington, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Washington, TX

Average UV index in December - Washington, 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
Washington, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Washington, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Washington, TX

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

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

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