December weather forecast
Clifton, AZ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Clifton, Arizona, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

Clifton's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and lows of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Clifton, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

Rainfall

In December, in Clifton, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Clifton are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Clifton. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Clifton, Arizona, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Clifton, Arizona, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Clifton?

With an average high-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), December is the coldest month in Clifton.

What is the average December temperature in Clifton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in Clifton?

The most humid month in Clifton, Arizona, is December, with an average relative humidity of 53%.

What is the average humidity in December in Clifton?

The average relative humidity in December in Clifton is 53%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, Arizona, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Clifton?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Clifton, Arizona. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Clifton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Clifton, Arizona. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clifton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Clifton?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Clifton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Clifton?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Clifton?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Clifton, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clifton?

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

Average temperature in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifton, AZ

Average pressure in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clifton, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Clifton, AZ

Average humidity in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Clifton, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifton, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifton, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clifton, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clifton, AZ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clifton, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifton, AZ

Average UV index in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Clifton, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Clifton, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Clifton, AZ

Average visibility in December - Clifton, 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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