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South Padre Island Weather in December

December in South Padre Island brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights dropping to 13°C (55°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in South Padre Island in December

The climate data from previous years indicates about 8 days of rain, averaging 44 mm (1.7 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in South Padre Island in December

December is a excellent month in South Padre Island, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in South Padre Island in December

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 133 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit.

South Padre Island Temperature in December

Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
44 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
133 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *
* Data from: Brownsville, the United States of America (35 KM, 21 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 South Padre Island in December

For South 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in South 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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