December weather forecast
Denton, TX

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Weather in December

Winter returns in full glory in December, with Denton, Texas experiencing chillier climates and a festive ambiance. From the first day of December, the thermometer continues its downward spiral, with the mercury dropping from November's breezy conditions. December brings back a taste of winter snowfall, averaging mild 0.2" (5mm). The city's streets become adorned with holiday decorations, creating an enchanting winter wonderland amidst the cold. Thus, as the year wraps up, Denton embraces the cold and gears up for a new year of unpredictable Texas weather.

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Denton's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout December, Denton anticipates an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

In Denton, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Denton, Texas, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Denton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.3 days and collects up to 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Denton. In December, in Denton, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. In Denton, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Denton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Denton, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Denton?

In Denton, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.7°F (4.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Denton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Denton?

In Denton, Texas, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Denton in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Denton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Denton, Texas, is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Denton?

On the first day of December in Denton, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Denton?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Denton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Denton is 5.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Denton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Denton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Denton, TX

Average temperature in December - Denton, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Denton, TX

Average pressure in December - Denton, TX
  • 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Denton, TX

Average wind speed in December - Denton, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Denton, TX

Average humidity in December - Denton, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Denton, TX

Average rainfall in December - Denton, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Denton, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Denton, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Denton, TX

Average snowfall in December - Denton, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Denton, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denton, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Denton, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Denton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Denton, TX

Average UV index in December - Denton, 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
Denton, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Denton, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Denton, TX

Average visibility in December - Denton, 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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