December weather forecastMesquite, TX
December
Weather in December
December, the final month of the year, ushers in winter in Mesquite, Texas, with cold weather conditions marked by an average low temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C). The weather becomes notably colder, with the high temperature falling to an average 55.8°F (13.2°C). Despite the drop in temperature, the occurrence of rainfall slightly decreases, making snowfall a rarity. The daylight hours are the shortest, with just around 10 hours of light each day. Being the last month of the year, December showcases a distinctive turn of weather, paving the way for the chilly conditions of January.Temperature
December's arrival in Mesquite coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to a still refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). During the month of December, Mesquite's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 41.7°F (5.4°C).Humidity
In Mesquite, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.6 rainfall days, and 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Mesquite, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Mesquite, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Mesquite.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Mesquite. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average high temperature in December: 55.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41.7°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Mesquite, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average humidity in December: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average rainfall in December: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mesquite, 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 30min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Mesquite, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Mesquite, TX
- Average cloud cover in December: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Mesquite, 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).
