El Paso, United States — Weather in December 2026

Climate Overview

El Paso, United States in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.3°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain is rare, falling on about 3 days this month. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 17°C (63°F) at the start to 15°C (59°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the first third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 4th, averaging 17.4°C (63°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 4°C cooler with 1 more rainy days.

Monthly December Averages

Temperature

16°C / 3°C

Feels Like

12°C / 0°C

Rain

3 days · 14 mm

Sunshine

8.5h / day

Humidity

49% — Comfortable

Wind

16 km/h

Wind Direction

W (268°)

Gusts

32 km/h

Daylight

10.1 h

Cloud Cover

36%

Clear Sky Days

11.8

UV Index

4.1 — Moderate

Dew Point

0°C — Dry

Moon Phase

Waxing Crescent · 31%

Snow Days

1 days · 0.4 cm

Frost Days

5 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

High Low

Daily Precipitation

Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

Wind Speed

Sun Position

Sunrise 06:59

Daylight 10.1h

Sunset 17:04

Compare Months

3days (10 mm) Excellent

2days (8 mm) Excellent

2days (10 mm) Excellent

1days (3 mm) Excellent

1days (2 mm) Excellent

3days (19 mm) Excellent

3days (21 mm) Excellent

2days (10 mm) Excellent

3days (14 mm) Excellent

Month	Temp	Feels Like	Rain	Sun	Humidity	UV	Status	Details
January	15°C / 2°C	11°C / -2°C	3days (10 mm) Excellent	9h Good	48% Moderate	4.5 Moderate	Fair	View Details
February	19°C / 4°C	15°C / 0°C	2days (8 mm) Excellent	9.6h Good	38% Comfortable	5.7 High	Fair	View Details
March	23°C / 8°C	19°C / 4°C	2days (10 mm) Excellent	10.6h Excellent	30% Comfortable	6.9 High	Good	View Details
April best	28°C / 12°C	23°C / 8°C	1days (3 mm) Excellent	11.8h Excellent	22% Comfortable	8.1 Very High	Excellent	View Details
May best	32°C / 16°C	28°C / 13°C	1days (2 mm) Excellent	12.7h Excellent	19% Comfortable	8.7 Very High	Excellent	View Details
June	36°C / 22°C	35°C / 20°C	3days (19 mm) Excellent	12.9h Excellent	26% Comfortable	8.8 Very High	Good	View Details
July	36°C / 23°C	36°C / 23°C	5days (19 mm) Good	12.8h Excellent	36% Comfortable	8.8 Very High	Good	View Details
August	35°C / 23°C	35°C / 23°C	5days (33 mm) Good	11.9h Excellent	41% Moderate	8.4 Very High	Good	View Details
September best	32°C / 19°C	31°C / 19°C	4days (23 mm) Good	11.2h Excellent	42% Moderate	7.5 Very High	Excellent	View Details
October best	27°C / 14°C	25°C / 11°C	3days (21 mm) Excellent	10.1h Excellent	41% Moderate	6.2 High	Excellent	View Details
November	21°C / 7°C	17°C / 4°C	2days (10 mm) Excellent	9.2h Good	44% Moderate	4.8 Moderate	Good	View Details
December	16°C / 3°C	12°C / 0°C	3days (14 mm) Excellent	8.5h Good	49% Moderate	4.1 Moderate	Fair	View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is December a good time to visit El Paso?

December is typically fair for visiting El Paso, with average highs of 16°C (61°F) and around 3 rainy days. El Paso, United States in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.3°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler morning

Does it rain a lot in El Paso in December?

El Paso typically sees around 3 rainy days in December with 14 mm (0.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.

Does it get cold at night in El Paso in December?

Yes, nights in El Paso during December are cold, averaging 3°C (38°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.

What should I pack for El Paso in December?

With highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 3°C (38°F) in December, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.

Is December among the best months weather-wise in El Paso?

December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in El Paso. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.

What is the UV index in El Paso in December?

The average UV index in El Paso during December is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.

How many hours of daylight are there in El Paso in December?

El Paso gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 9 hours of sunshine.

Does it snow in El Paso in December?

Yes, El Paso typically sees around 1 snow days in December with roughly 0 cm (0 in) of snowfall.

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