Houston Sunrise & Sunset in December 2026
CST • 29.7604°N, 95.3698°W
Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: February 23, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Houston, Texas throughout December 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. December marks the shortest days of winter. Both morning and evening golden hours in December offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Houston use December's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Houston during December depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during December may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.
December is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Houston. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 29.8° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.
December daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 18m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 9m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 8m shorter by month end.
Key December Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: December 1 at 6:59 AM
- Latest sunrise: December 31 at 7:17 AM
- Earliest sunset: December 1 at 5:23 PM
- Latest sunset: December 31 at 5:32 PM
- Day length change: -1h 8m from start to end of month
December averages
- Average sunrise: 7:09 AM
- Average sunset: 5:26 PM
- Average day length: 10h 16m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for December 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | 6:59 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 23m | 6:59 AM - 7:35 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 2 | 7:00 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 23m | 7:00 AM - 7:36 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 3 | 7:01 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 22m | 7:01 AM - 7:36 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 4 | 7:02 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 21m | 7:02 AM - 7:37 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 5 | 7:03 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 20m | 7:03 AM - 7:38 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 6 | 7:03 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 20m | 7:03 AM - 7:39 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 7 | 7:04 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 19m | 7:04 AM - 7:40 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 8 | 7:05 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 18m | 7:05 AM - 7:40 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 9 | 7:05 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 18m | 7:05 AM - 7:41 AM | 4:47 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 10 | 7:06 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 17m | 7:06 AM - 7:42 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:23 PM |
| Dec 11 | 7:07 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 17m | 7:07 AM - 7:43 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:24 PM |
| Dec 12 | 7:08 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 16m | 7:08 AM - 7:43 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:24 PM |
| Dec 13 | 7:08 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 16m | 7:08 AM - 7:44 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:24 PM |
| Dec 14 | 7:09 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 15m | 7:09 AM - 7:45 AM | 4:48 PM - 5:24 PM |
| Dec 15 | 7:10 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 15m | 7:10 AM - 7:45 AM | 4:49 PM - 5:25 PM |
| Dec 16 | 7:10 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 15m | 7:10 AM - 7:46 AM | 4:49 PM - 5:25 PM |
| Dec 17 | 7:11 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 14m | 7:11 AM - 7:47 AM | 4:49 PM - 5:25 PM |
| Dec 18 | 7:11 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 14m | 7:11 AM - 7:47 AM | 4:50 PM - 5:26 PM |
| Dec 19 | 7:12 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 14m | 7:12 AM - 7:48 AM | 4:50 PM - 5:26 PM |
| Dec 20 | 7:12 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 14m | 7:12 AM - 7:48 AM | 4:50 PM - 5:26 PM |
| Dec 21 | 7:13 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 14m | 7:13 AM - 7:49 AM | 4:51 PM - 5:27 PM |
| Dec 22 | 7:13 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 14m | 7:13 AM - 7:49 AM | 4:51 PM - 5:27 PM |
| Dec 23 | 7:14 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 14m | 7:14 AM - 7:50 AM | 4:52 PM - 5:28 PM |
| Dec 24 | 7:14 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 14m | 7:14 AM - 7:50 AM | 4:52 PM - 5:28 PM |
| Dec 25 | 7:15 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 14m | 7:15 AM - 7:51 AM | 4:53 PM - 5:29 PM |
| Dec 26 | 7:15 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 14m | 7:15 AM - 7:51 AM | 4:53 PM - 5:29 PM |
| Dec 27 | 7:16 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 14m | 7:16 AM - 7:52 AM | 4:54 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Dec 28 | 7:16 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 14m | 7:16 AM - 7:52 AM | 4:54 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Dec 29 | 7:16 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 15m | 7:16 AM - 7:52 AM | 4:55 PM - 5:31 PM |
| Dec 30 | 7:17 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 15m | 7:17 AM - 7:53 AM | 4:56 PM - 5:32 PM |
| Dec 31 | 7:17 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 15m | 7:17 AM - 7:53 AM | 4:56 PM - 5:32 PM |
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Houston in December
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through December as we move closer to the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Houston, Texas, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.
You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.
Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in December.
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People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.
Data Source & Accuracy
Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.