December weather forecast
Carlton Vista, AZ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton Vista, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In Carlton Vista, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Carlton Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.2 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Carlton Vista, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow. In Carlton Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlton Vista?

In Carlton Vista, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carlton Vista, Arizona, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 7.8" (198mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carlton Vista.

What is the average length of the day in December in Carlton Vista?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carlton Vista, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:18 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Carlton Vista, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average temperature in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average pressure in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average humidity in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average UV index in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Carlton Vista, AZ

Average visibility in December - Carlton Vista, AZ
  • 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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