December weather forecast
Riverside, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Riverside, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in November to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). Riverside anticipates an average minimum temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Riverside, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riverside, Texas, are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Riverside, there are 1.2 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Riverside, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Riverside is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Riverside. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Riverside in December?

During December, Riverside experiences an average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 107.6°F (42°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riverside?

In Riverside, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riverside?

In Riverside, Texas, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Riverside?

December is the first month it typically snows in Riverside, Texas. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riverside?

The month with the shortest days in Riverside, Texas, is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in December?

In December, the average day length in Riverside is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Riverside?

On the first day of December in Riverside, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riverside?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Riverside, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Riverside have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Riverside is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Riverside?

In Riverside, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riverside, TX

Average temperature in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Riverside, TX

Average pressure in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Riverside, TX

Average wind speed in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Riverside, TX

Average humidity in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Riverside, TX

Average rainfall in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Riverside, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Riverside, TX

Average snowfall in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Riverside, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Riverside, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Riverside, TX

Average UV index in December - Riverside, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Riverside, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Riverside, TX

Average visibility in December - Riverside, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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