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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in South Plains, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively, December is South Plains's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 54%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Plains are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in South Plains, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in South Plains, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in South Plains?

December is the coldest month in South Plains, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the usual temperature for South Plains in December?

The high-temperature in South Plains during December is 51.6°F (10.9°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Plains?

The average relative humidity in December in South Plains, Texas, is 54%.

How much does it rain in South Plains in December?

In South Plains, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Plains in December?

In South Plains, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Plains?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Plains.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Plains?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Plains?

On the first day of December in South Plains, Texas, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in South Plains?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does South Plains have in December?

In South Plains, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Plains?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in South Plains, Texas, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in South Plains?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in South Plains is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
61.7°F 16.5°C
51.6°F 10.9°C
52.5°F 11.4°C
Average low temperature
41.4°F 5.2°C
33.3°F 0.7°C
32.5°F 0.3°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
12.1mph 19.5km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
13.1mph 21.1km/h
12.2mph 19.6km/h
12.1mph 19.5km/h
Average wind speed gusts
19.9mph 32km/h
18.7mph 30.1km/h
18.5mph 29.8km/h
Average humidity
51%
54%
50%
Average rainfall
0.47" 12mm
0.55" 14mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
3
3.6
2.9
Average snowfall
0.79" 20mm
1.1" 28mm
1.1" 28mm
Average snowfall days
1.3
2.9
1.9
Average daylight
10h 2min
9h 5min
10h 1min
Average sunshine
6h 5min
6h 4min
8h 0min
Average sunshine days
25.2
24.3
26.5
Average UV index
3
2
3
Average cloud cover
18%
23%
19%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
South Plains, TX

Average temperature in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Plains, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Plains, TX

Average wind speed in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Plains, TX

Average humidity in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Plains, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Plains, TX

Average sunshine days in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Plains, TX

Average UV index in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Plains, TX

Average cloud cover in December - South Plains, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
South Plains, TX

Average visibility in December - South Plains, 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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