December weather forecast
Wharton, TX

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Wharton, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) in November to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Wharton in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wharton is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wharton, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wharton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wharton is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Wharton is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Wharton?

During December, Wharton experiences an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wharton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wharton?

In Wharton, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Wharton?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Wharton, Texas. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Wharton?

December is the first month it typically snows. 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 Wharton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wharton have in December?

In Wharton, Texas, the average day length in December is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wharton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wharton?

The month with the least sunshine in Wharton, Texas, is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wharton?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Wharton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wharton?

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

Average temperature in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Wharton, TX

Average pressure in December - Wharton, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Wharton, TX

Average wind speed in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wharton, TX

Average humidity in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wharton, TX

Average rainfall in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Wharton, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wharton, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wharton, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Wharton, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wharton, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wharton, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Wharton, TX

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wharton, TX

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Wharton, TX

Average visibility in December - Wharton, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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