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Padre Island Weather in December

December in Padre Island brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 12°C (54°F). Expect around 35 mm (1.4 in) of rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in Padre Island in December

Expect around 8 days of rain based on historical data, with 35 mm (1.4 in) average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Padre Island in December

Daytime temperatures in Padre Island reach 19°C (66°F) in December, dropping to 12°C (54°F) at night. December is part of winter. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Padre Island in December

The area enjoys a balanced 133 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Padre Island.

Padre Island Temperature in December

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
35 mm (1.4 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
133 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
42% *
* Data from: Corpus Christi, the United States of America (25 KM, 16 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Padre Island in December

For Padre Island in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Padre Island in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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