Mild
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
December verdict
South Padre Island, Texas, United States in December
Weather score50Mixed
Mixed for holiday weather
Average highs are around 22°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 40mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
22°C
Rain
40mm
Sun
4.2h
Sea
21°C
Weather score
50
Mixed
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 40mm, 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 21°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare South Padre Island, Texas, United States with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December22°C average high
December is cooler than the yearly average, which can make sightseeing feel gentler than in hotter months.
Warmest monthsMay to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
December40mm average rain
December sits on the drier side of South 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 South 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
December21°C average sea
December is below South 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
December50 weather score
December scores below South Padre Island's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsApril to August and October
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
