December weather forecast
Columbus, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbus, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.7°F (16.5°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Columbus, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Columbus is 76%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbus, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 29.37" (746mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Columbus. The months with the most snowfall in Columbus are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Columbus is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Columbus is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Columbus?

Columbus in December has an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in December in Columbus, Texas, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Columbus?

In December, in Columbus, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Columbus?

The months with the most snowfall in Columbus are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow in Columbus?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Columbus?

The month with the shortest days in Columbus is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in December?

In December, the average day length in Columbus is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Columbus?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Columbus?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Columbus?

In Columbus, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Columbus, Texas, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Columbus?

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

Average temperature in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Columbus, TX

Average pressure in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Columbus, TX

Average wind speed in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Columbus, TX

Average humidity in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Columbus, TX

Average rainfall in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Columbus, TX

Average snowfall in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Columbus, TX

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Columbus, TX

Average UV index in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Columbus, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Columbus, TX

Average visibility in December - Columbus, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).

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