December weather forecast
Fort Worth, TX

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A calm river flowing down towards the beautiful cityscape of Fort Worth, Texas
A calm river flowing down towards the beautiful cityscape of Fort Worth, Texas

Weather in December

December signals the beginning of winter in Fort Worth, characterized by lower temperatures and an uptick in precipitation. With an average snowfall of 1mm (0.04") on approximately 0.5 days, this echoes the winter patterns seen in January. Although temperatures can dip a fair bit, a measure of Texan warmth remains. The holiday season fills the city with an aura of warmth, as locals and tourists join in the celebration. As one year concludes and a new one begins, the cycle of Fort Worth weather patterns continues, offering a varied experience to all who experience it.

Temperature

In the transition to December, Fort Worth observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 18.2°C (64.8°F) in November to a moderate 13.4°C (56.1°F). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a cold 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

In Fort Worth, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 657mm (25.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Worth, Texas, are January, February, November and December. In Fort Worth, Texas, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 1mm (0.04") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Fort Worth?

During December, Fort Worth experiences an average high-temperature of 13.4°C (56.1°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fort Worth, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fort Worth, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 1mm (0.04") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Worth?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Worth have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average temperature in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average pressure in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average wind speed in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (16.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average humidity in December - Fort Worth, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Worth, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average UV index in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average visibility in December - Fort Worth, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September and October (9km).

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