Mild
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
December verdict
Padre Island, United States in December
Weather score47Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 21°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 4.2h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 38mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
21°C
Rain
38mm
Sun
4.2h
Sea
20°C
Weather score
47
Mixed
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 38mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.2h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 20°C, so the water can feel cool.
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Weather map
Compare Padre Island, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December21°C average high
December is on the cooler side of Padre Island's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.
Warmest monthsMay to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
December38mm average rain
December sits on the drier side of Padre Island's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to April, July, and November to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
December4.2 hours average sun
December is one of Padre Island's cloudier months, so sunshine-led plans are less reliable.
Brightest monthsJune to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
December20°C average sea
December is below Padre Island's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJune to October
Sea temperatures are usually near 28°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
December47 weather score
December scores below Padre Island's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsApril to October
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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