December weather forecast
Artesia Wells, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Artesia Wells, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) in November to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Artesia Wells's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Artesia Wells, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.5 rainfall days, and 12.09" (307mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Artesia Wells, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Artesia Wells, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Artesia Wells.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Artesia Wells in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Artesia Wells?

With an average relative humidity of 66%, December is the most humid month in Artesia Wells, Texas.

What is the average humidity in December in Artesia Wells?

In Artesia Wells, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December in Artesia Wells?

In Artesia Wells, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Artesia Wells?

February through December are months without snowfall in Artesia Wells, Texas.

Does it snow in Artesia Wells in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Artesia Wells?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Artesia Wells?

The average day length in December in Artesia Wells, Texas, is 10h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Artesia Wells?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Artesia Wells, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Artesia Wells?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Artesia Wells, Texas, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Artesia Wells?

The average sunshine duration in December in Artesia Wells is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Artesia Wells?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Artesia Wells?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Artesia Wells, Texas, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average temperature in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (99.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average pressure in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average wind speed in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average humidity in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (53%).

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Average rainfall in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average rainfall in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average snowfall in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

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

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average UV index in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Artesia Wells, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Artesia Wells, TX

Average visibility in December - Artesia Wells, 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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