December weather forecast
Alton, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an agreeable month in Alton, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) in November to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Alton observes an average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during December.

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Alton when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Alton.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alton, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Alton?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alton are 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in October is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Alton?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are most humid months in Alton.

What is the average humidity in December in Alton?

In Alton, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the driest month in Alton?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Alton?

In Alton, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Alton?

In Alton, Texas, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Alton in December?

In Alton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Alton?

The average day length in December in Alton, Texas, is 10h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alton?

On the first day of December in Alton, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Alton?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Alton, Texas.

How many hours of sunshine does Alton have in December?

In Alton, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alton?

With an average maximum UV index of 4, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Alton, Texas.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alton, Texas, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alton, TX

Average temperature in December - Alton, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (99°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alton, TX

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

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

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Average wind speed in December
Alton, TX

Average wind speed in December - Alton, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and July (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alton, TX

Average humidity in December - Alton, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alton, TX

Average rainfall in December - Alton, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.12"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.71").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alton, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Alton, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Alton, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Alton, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alton, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alton, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Alton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alton, TX

Average UV index in December - Alton, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Alton, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Alton, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Alton, TX

Average visibility in December - Alton, 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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