December weather forecastDouglas, OK
December
Weather in December
December marks a return to winter in Douglas, Oklahoma with the arrival of the first snowfall. Temperatures significantly plunge, oscillating between a frosty 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a high of 47.7°F (8.7°C). These colder temperatures, with the added wind chill factor, make December the coldest month of the year. The return of the snow and ice requires adjustments in daily life, such as additional time for morning commutes or wearing layers of clothing for comfort and warmth. As the year ends, residents appreciate the beauty of the snowy landscapes amid the challenges posed by the severe weather conditions.Temperature
December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). In Douglas, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 67%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Douglas, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Douglas are November and December, with an average of 6.3h 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Douglas, OK
- Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Douglas, OK
- 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
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- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
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- Average humidity in December: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (56%).
Average rainfall in December
Douglas, OK
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
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- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
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- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
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- Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Douglas, OK
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, OK
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Douglas, OK
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Douglas, 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).
