December weather forecast
Houston, AK

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Weather in December

December showcases winter in all its glory, with a further dip in temperature making it the coldest month of the year. The landscape is dominated by snowfall, with December recording 5.87" (149mm) of snow. Despite the onslaught of winter, relative humidity remains moderate, and the pressure relatively stable. The lack of sunlight, however, can seem somewhat bleak. Prepare for the utmost chill while venturing out as the year comes to an end.

Temperature

Stepping into December, Houston records an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 19.4°F (-7°C), almost consistent with November. An average nighttime temperature of 11.5°F (-11.4°C) marks December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Houston, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 13.86" (352mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Houston is December, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Houston, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 3:47 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Houston is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Houston?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Houston, Alaska, are 19.4°F (-7°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Houston?

In Houston, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Houston?

In Houston, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Houston?

The month with the most snowfall in Houston is December, when snow falls for 11.4 days and typically aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Houston in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Houston?

The month with the shortest days in Houston is December, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in December?

The average day length in December is 5h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Houston?

On the first day of December in Houston, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:50 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:17 am and sunset at 3:47 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Houston?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Houston, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Houston?

The average sunshine duration in December in Houston, Alaska, is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Houston?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Houston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Houston, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Houston, AK

Average temperature in December - Houston, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 19.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Houston, AK

Average pressure in December - Houston, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Houston, AK

Average wind speed in December - Houston, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Houston, AK

Average humidity in December - Houston, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Houston, AK

Average rainfall in December - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Houston, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Houston, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Houston, AK

Average snowfall in December - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Houston, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Houston, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Houston, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Houston, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Houston, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Houston, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Houston, AK

Average UV index in December - Houston, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Houston, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Houston, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Houston, AK

Average visibility in December - Houston, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).

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