December weather forecast
Grand Prairie, TX

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Weather in December

Grand Prairie in December embraces the winter season, signaled by declining temperatures, shorter days, and sporadic rainfall. The atmosphere maintains a characteristic winter chill, accompanied by breezes humming at an average speed of 8.5mph (13.7km/h). Notwithstanding the drop in temperatures, December enjoys ample sunshine for a winter month, with the sun casting its glow for about 25.2 days. The plunge in temperature to a chilling low average of 41.9°F (5.5°C) creates a festive ambiance befitting the holiday season. The coldest month of the year leaves a mark with its icy feel and acts as a captivating finale to a year of diverse weather patterns.

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Grand Prairie's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C) to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). In the month of December, Grand Prairie records a consistent average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Grand Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, in Grand Prairie, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grand Prairie, there are 91.2 rainfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Grand Prairie.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Grand Prairie, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Grand Prairie, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grand Prairie, Texas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Grand Prairie?

In Grand Prairie, in December, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grand Prairie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December in Grand Prairie?

In Grand Prairie, Texas, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Grand Prairie?

In Grand Prairie, Texas, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grand Prairie?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Prairie have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grand Prairie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand Prairie, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:32 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Grand Prairie?

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Grand Prairie.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grand Prairie?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Grand Prairie, Texas, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grand Prairie?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grand Prairie, Texas, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Grand Prairie?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Prairie is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average temperature in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average pressure in December - Grand Prairie, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average wind speed in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average humidity in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average rainfall in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average snowfall in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grand Prairie, 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (16.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average UV index in December - Grand Prairie, 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
Grand Prairie, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Grand Prairie, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Grand Prairie, TX

Average visibility in December - Grand Prairie, 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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