December weather forecast
Wichita Falls, TX

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A series of three waterfalls in the scenic Wichita Falls, Texas USA

Weather in December

December marks the highest point of winter in Wichita Falls with plunging temperatures and minor but remarkable snowfall, recorded at 0.43" (11mm). Relative to November, December brings about a decline in rain and temperature, paving the way for a colder and quieter season ahead. The days are shorter with daylight hours dipping below ten. Despite the chilly conditions, the weather is generally clear with an average visibility record. As the year ends, the cooler weather is primed to continue into the next month.

Temperature

Wichita Falls's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and lows of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Wichita Falls, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wichita Falls, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.4 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December, with its high-temperature average of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature average of 36.7°F (2.6°C), is the coldest month.

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wichita Falls, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wichita Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wichita Falls, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wichita Falls, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wichita Falls have in December?

In Wichita Falls, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

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 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wichita Falls is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average temperature in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average pressure in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average wind speed in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average humidity in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average rainfall in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average snowfall in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wichita Falls, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average UV index in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Wichita Falls, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Wichita Falls, TX

Average visibility in December - Wichita Falls, 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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