December weather forecast
West Columbia, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Columbia, is also an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average high of 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, West Columbia experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in November to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Columbia, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.4 snowfall days.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in West Columbia, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in West Columbia in December?

The high-temperature during December is 63.7°F (17.6°C) and the low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Columbia, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in West Columbia is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Columbia have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Columbia, Texas, is 10h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West Columbia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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 West Columbia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Columbia, TX

Average temperature in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

Average pressure in December
West Columbia, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Columbia, TX

Average wind speed in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
West Columbia, TX

Average humidity in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
West Columbia, TX

Average rainfall in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
West Columbia, TX

Average rainfall days in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall days in December
West Columbia, TX

Average snowfall days in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
West Columbia, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Columbia, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Columbia, TX

Average sunshine days in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10 days).

Average UV index in December
West Columbia, TX

Average UV index in December - West Columbia, 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
West Columbia, TX

Average cloud cover in December - West Columbia, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
West Columbia, TX

Average visibility in December - West Columbia, 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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