December weather forecast
Sheldon, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheldon, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.9°F (9.4°C) and max 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

Sheldon's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a pleasant 70°F (21.1°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). During December, Sheldon experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

In Sheldon, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sheldon, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 39.45" (1002mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Sheldon, Texas. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sheldon, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheldon, Texas. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sheldon in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sheldon, is 62.2°F (16.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldon, Texas, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sheldon?

December is the first month it typically snows in Sheldon. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon?

The month with the shortest days in Sheldon, Texas, is December, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Sheldon, Texas, the average day length in December is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheldon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sheldon?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sheldon, Texas.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldon, TX

Average temperature in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldon, TX

Average pressure in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheldon, TX

Average wind speed in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheldon, TX

Average humidity in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldon, TX

Average rainfall in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldon, TX

Average snowfall in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldon, TX

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Sheldon, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldon, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Sheldon, TX

Average visibility in December - Sheldon, 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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