December weather forecast
Zapata Ranch, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zapata Ranch, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.8°F (13.8°C) and max 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a moderately hot 76.5°F (24.7°C) in November to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). The average low-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Zapata Ranch, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Zapata Ranch, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Zapata Ranch in December?

In Zapata Ranch, 70.3°F (21.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 56.8°F (13.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Zapata Ranch is 71%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Zapata Ranch have in December?

In Zapata Ranch, the average day length in December is 10h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Zapata Ranch?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Zapata Ranch?

In Zapata Ranch, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average temperature in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 70.3°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 (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 56.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average pressure in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average wind speed in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average humidity in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average rainfall in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.4 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average UV index in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Zapata Ranch, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
Zapata Ranch, TX

Average visibility in December - Zapata Ranch, 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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