December weather forecast
Douglas, OK

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Weather in December

December marks a return to winter in Douglas, Oklahoma with the arrival of the first snowfall. Temperatures significantly plunge, oscillating between a frosty 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and a high of 47.7°F (8.7°C). These colder temperatures, with the added wind chill factor, make December the coldest month of the year. The return of the snow and ice requires adjustments in daily life, such as additional time for morning commutes or wearing layers of clothing for comfort and warmth. As the year ends, residents appreciate the beauty of the snowy landscapes amid the challenges posed by the severe weather conditions.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature in Douglas averages to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Douglas. In Douglas, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Douglas, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Douglas. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Douglas?

The high-temperature, in December, in Douglas, is 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Douglas?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

What is the driest month in Douglas?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Douglas, Oklahoma. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Douglas?

In December, in Douglas, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douglas?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Douglas, Oklahoma.

How many hours of daylight does Douglas have in December?

In Douglas, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Douglas?

On the first day of December in Douglas, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Douglas?

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Douglas?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Douglas, OK

Average temperature in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Douglas, OK

Average pressure in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Douglas, OK

Average wind speed in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Douglas, OK

Average humidity in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Douglas, OK

Average rainfall in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Douglas, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Douglas, OK

Average snowfall in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Douglas, OK

Average snowfall days in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Douglas, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Douglas, OK

Average UV index in December - Douglas, OK
  • 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
Douglas, OK

Average cloud cover in December - Douglas, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Douglas, OK

Average visibility in December - Douglas, OK
  • 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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