December weather forecast
Altus, OK

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Weather in December

Altus welcomes December with colder temperatures, a high averaging at 51.6°F (10.9°C) and the return of the winter season. December days are short and filled with biting winds that sweep across the town. The festive season can be felt in the air, adding to the charm of the city. The town under goes a magical transformation, exuding warmth and joy despite the dropping temperatures. Cozying up by the fireplace becomes a favorite pastime for many residents during this month.

Temperature

December is Altus's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and lows of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Altus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Altus are January through April, November and December. In December, in Altus, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.8 snowfall days, and 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Altus, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Altus, Oklahoma, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Altus, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Altus?

Altus reaches its average lowest temperatures in December, measuring 51.6°F (10.9°C) at the peak and 34.5°F (1.4°C) at the lowest.

What is the usual temperature for Altus in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Altus are 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Altus?

The months with the highest humidity in Altus are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

What is the average humidity in December in Altus?

The average relative humidity in December in Altus is 60%.

How much does it rain in Altus in December?

In December, in Altus, Oklahoma, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Altus in December?

In Altus, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altus?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altus have in December?

In December, the average day length in Altus, Oklahoma, is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Altus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altus, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Altus?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Altus?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Altus is 6.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Altus?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Altus, Oklahoma, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Altus?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Altus, OK

Average temperature in December - Altus, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (96.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Altus, OK

Average pressure in December - Altus, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Altus, OK

Average wind speed in December - Altus, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Altus, OK

Average humidity in December - Altus, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

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Average rainfall in December
Altus, OK

Average rainfall in December - Altus, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Altus, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Altus, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Altus, OK

Average snowfall in December - Altus, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Altus, OK

Average snowfall days in December - Altus, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altus, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altus, OK
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altus, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Altus, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Altus, OK

Average UV index in December - Altus, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altus, OK

Average cloud cover in December - Altus, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Altus, OK

Average visibility in December - Altus, OK
  • 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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