December weather forecast
Melissa, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melissa, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Melissa, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Melissa, Texas, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Melissa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melissa are January, February, November and December. In Melissa, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.1 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melissa are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Melissa in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Melissa, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melissa?

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in Melissa in December?

In Melissa, Texas, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Melissa?

In Melissa, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melissa?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melissa have in December?

The average day length in December in Melissa is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Melissa?

On the first day of December in Melissa, Texas, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Melissa?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melissa?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melissa?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Melissa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate 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
Melissa, TX

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melissa, TX

Average pressure in December - Melissa, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Melissa, TX

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melissa, TX

Average humidity in December - Melissa, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melissa, TX

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melissa, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Melissa, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melissa, TX

Average snowfall in December - Melissa, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Melissa, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Melissa, 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
Melissa, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melissa, 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 August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melissa, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Melissa, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melissa, TX

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Melissa, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Melissa, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Melissa, TX

Average visibility in December - Melissa, 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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