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Oklahoma Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Oklahoma, the United States of America in December.

Planning a getaway to Oklahoma, the United States of America this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Oklahoma in December

Oklahoma, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. December in Oklahoma generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Enid at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Idabel at 13°C (55°F). At night it cools down to 0°C (32°F) in Idabel and -3°C (27°F) in Enid. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For a closer look at conditions across Oklahoma, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Boise City with an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Broken Bow with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Oklahoma City receives about 185 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Oklahoma by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Oklahoma — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oklahoma City)

Best Places to Visit in Oklahoma in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Oklahoma.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Oklahoma

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Oklahoma, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Oklahoma (December)

Precipitation variation in Oklahoma (December)

Oklahoma City

In December Oklahoma City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
185 hours
163 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Tulsa

In December Tulsa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
161 hours
173 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Ardmore

In December Ardmore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Norman

In December Norman generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
185 hours
163 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Lawton

In December Lawton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Oklahoma, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oklahoma in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oklahoma City 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Tulsa 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Ardmore 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Norman 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Lawton 12°C (54°F) -2°C (28°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Enid 9°C (48°F) -3°C (27°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)

Oklahoma weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oklahoma, the United States of America in December?

Expect poor weather across Oklahoma, the United States of America in December. The popular destination of Oklahoma City averages 10°C (50°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Oklahoma, the United States of America in December?

Daytime temperatures in Oklahoma City peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in December, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does Oklahoma, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Oklahoma City averages just 40 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Oklahoma, the United States of America.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Oklahoma, the United States of America?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Oklahoma, the United States of America due to the typically poor weather in Oklahoma City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October offering mostly perfect weather in Oklahoma City. In contrast, July, August and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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