December weather forecastAltus, OK
December
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 the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 51.6°F (10.9°C) at the peak and 34.5°F (1.4°C) at the base.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 are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. In Altus, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, 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, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
Average pressure in December
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- 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).
Average wind speed in December
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- 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).
Average humidity in December
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- 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%).
Average rainfall in December
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- 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").
Average rainfall days in December
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- 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).
Average snowfall in December
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- 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").
Average snowfall days in December
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- 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 30min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
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- 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).
Average UV index in December
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- 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).
Average cloud cover in December
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- 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).
Average visibility in December
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- 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).
