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Texas Weather in December

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

Planning a journey to Texas, the United States of America this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Texas in December

Texas, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. The weather in Texas in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Dumas at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Mission at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 11°C (52°F) in Mission and -5°C (23°F) in Dumas.

For specific regional insights in Texas, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Terlingua with an average of 4.2 mm (0.2 in) to high rainfall in New Boston with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Houston gets approximately 150 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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

Best Places to Visit in Texas in December

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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 Texas

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

Temperature range in Texas (December)

Precipitation variation in Texas (December)

Houston

In December Houston generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
150 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

San Antonio

In December San Antonio generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
151 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Austin

In December Austin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
154 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Galveston

In December Galveston generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
151 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Dallas

In December Dallas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
175 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Houston 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
San Antonio 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Austin 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Galveston 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Dallas 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Fort Worth 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Texas weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Texas, the United States of America brings pleasant weather. In Houston, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

Houston averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Texas, the United States of America get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Houston averages just 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Texas, the United States of America.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Houston, December might be a good time to visit Texas, the United States of America. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Texas, the United States of America is in March with generally perfect weather in Houston. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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