December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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Weather in December

December signals the beginning of winter in Fort Worth, characterized by lower temperatures and an uptick in precipitation. With an average snowfall of 0.04" (1mm) on approximately 0.5 days, this echoes the winter patterns seen in January. Although temperatures can dip a fair bit, a measure of Texan warmth remains. The holiday season fills the city with an aura of warmth, as locals and tourists join in the celebration. As one year concludes and a new one begins, the cycle of Fort Worth weather patterns continues, offering a varied experience to all who experience it.

Temperature

Fort Worth records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Fort Worth, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fort Worth, Texas, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Fort Worth, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Worth is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Worth, Texas. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Fort Worth?

December temperatures in Fort Worth vary between a high-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Worth?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fort Worth, Texas, is 68%.

How much does it rain in Fort Worth in December?

In Fort Worth, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Worth in December?

In Fort Worth, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Worth?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Worth have in December?

In December, the average day length in Fort Worth is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fort Worth?

On the first day of December in Fort Worth, Texas, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Worth?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Worth.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Worth have in December?

In Fort Worth, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Worth?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Worth.

What is the UV index reading in December in Fort Worth?

In Fort Worth, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

64.8°F 18.2°C

56.1°F 13.4°C

55.4°F 13°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.7mph 15.6km/h

9.3mph 15km/h

10mph 16.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.2

20.4

24.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

Average low temperature in December: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Worth, TX

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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

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

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Worth, TX

Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Worth, 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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December weather forecast
Fort Worth, TX

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