December weather forecastPalacios, TX
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an enjoyable month in Palacios, Texas, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 64°F (17.8°C).Temperature
With the arrival of December, Palacios experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in November to a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C). The low-temperature averages to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
In Palacios, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.9 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Palacios, in December, the average water temperature is 64.4°F (18°C).Note: Swimming in water of 64.4°F (18°C) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Palacios, TX
- Average high temperature in December: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 53.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (50°F).
Average pressure in December
Palacios, TX
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Palacios, TX
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Palacios, TX
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Palacios, TX
- Average rainfall in December: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").
Average rainfall days in December
Palacios, TX
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Palacios, TX
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Palacios, TX
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Palacios, TX
- Average sea temperature in December: 64.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (60.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palacios, TX
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palacios, TX
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Palacios, TX
- Average UV index in December: 4
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 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Palacios, TX
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Palacios, 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).





