December weather forecast
Highlands, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highlands, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 50°F (10°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a cool 50°F (10°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Highlands, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Highlands, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highlands, Texas, there are 179.7 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highlands in December?

In December, in Highlands, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 50°F (10°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highlands?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highlands?

In Highlands, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Highlands?

In Highlands, Texas, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in Highlands in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Highlands?

December has the shortest days of the year in Highlands, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Highlands, Texas, the average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highlands?

On the first day of December in Highlands, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Highlands?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Highlands, Texas, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Highlands have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Highlands, Texas, is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Highlands?

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

Average temperature in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highlands, TX

Average pressure in December - Highlands, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Highlands, TX

Average wind speed in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highlands, TX

Average humidity in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highlands, TX

Average rainfall in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highlands, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highlands, TX

Average snowfall in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
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
Highlands, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highlands, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highlands, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highlands, TX

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Highlands, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Highlands, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Highlands, TX

Average visibility in December - Highlands, 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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