Average weather for South Padre Island in December
It's warm in December in South Padre Island with an average temperature of 23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 18°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in South Padre Island with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 15°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in South Padre Island is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at South Padre Island is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
In December, there is an average of 29 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
South Padre Island in December |
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23°C | 9°C | |
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26°C | 12°C | |
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20°C | -5°C | |
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29 mm | 133 mm | |
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5 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit South Padre Island?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in South Padre Island. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
The hurricane season in South Padre Island runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2015, South Padre Island reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in South Padre Island
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for South Padre Island, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in South Padre Island
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for South Padre Island, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in South Padre Island.
Daily UV index in December in South Padre Island
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in South Padre Island, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in South Padre Island over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in South Padre Island, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in South Padre Island over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in South Padre Island, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for South Padre Island
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in South Padre Island. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in South Padre Island by month
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