December weather forecast
Tonopah, NV

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Weather in December

December in Tonopah is marked by a return to winter chill and frequent snow showers. A resemblance to January’s cold gets monumental as the city gears up for the holidays. Blankets of snow engulf the city, creating a winter wonderland for residents and visitors alike. Even the sunlight becomes scarce, while the snowfall transforms the landscape, underlines that the year has come full circle.

Temperature

In Tonopah, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Tonopah, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Tonopah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47.7 days and collects up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December is the month when Tonopah experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tonopah, Nevada, the average relative humidity in December is 60%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tonopah, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Tonopah?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tonopah, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tonopah have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tonopah, Nevada, is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tonopah is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tonopah, NV

Average temperature in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Tonopah, NV

Average pressure in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tonopah, NV

Average wind speed in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tonopah, NV

Average humidity in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Tonopah, NV

Average rainfall in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tonopah, NV

Average snowfall in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tonopah, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tonopah, NV

Average UV index in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tonopah, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Tonopah, NV

Average visibility in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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