December weather forecast
Richardson, TX

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December in Richardson is synonymous with diminished daylight, increased cloudiness, and a proportional reduction in sunshine. The likelihood for a white Christmas is minimal, with rare bouts of snowfall. It is during these chilly last days of December that Richardson experiences temperatures swaying from 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a relatively mild 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December in Richardson involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C) to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). December nights in Richardson experience a consistent temperature drop to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Richardson is 69%.

Rainfall

In Richardson, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Richardson, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richardson, Texas, are January, February, November and December. In Richardson, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Richardson, Texas, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Richardson, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Richardson?

The high-temperature in Richardson, Texas, during December is 55°F (12.8°C) and the low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richardson?

The average relative humidity in December in Richardson, Texas, is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richardson?

In Richardson, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richardson?

In December, in Richardson, Texas, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richardson?

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

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

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richardson?

On the first day of December in Richardson, Texas, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Richardson?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richardson?

In Richardson, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Richardson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richardson is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richardson, TX

Average temperature in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richardson, TX

Average pressure in December - Richardson, 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
Richardson, TX

Average wind speed in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richardson, TX

Average humidity in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richardson, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
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
Richardson, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Richardson, 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
Richardson, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richardson, 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
Richardson, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Richardson, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richardson, TX

Average UV index in December - Richardson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richardson, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Richardson, 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
Richardson, TX

Average visibility in December - Richardson, 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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