December weather forecast
Douglas, AZ

Share
The densely populated town of Agua Prieta in Douglas City, Arizona
The densely populated town of Agua Prieta in Douglas City, Arizona

Weather in December

December marks the peak of the cold season in Douglas. With its biting frosts and early dusk, this month engages fully with winter. A tranquil calm descends with the shorter days and longer nights. The month sees a humble 0.04" (1mm) of snowfall, putting a cap on the city’s yearly weather cycle. With the arrival of the holidays, this chilly backdrop sets the perfect stage for a winter wonderland.

Temperature

December is the month when Douglas sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and a low of 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Douglas, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Douglas, there are 80.7 rainfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.8 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Douglas is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December, with average temperatures reaching a high of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and a low of 39.2°F (4°C), is the coldest month.

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 39.2°F (4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 49%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Douglas is 49%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Douglas, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Douglas?

December is the first month it typically snows in Douglas. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Douglas have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 7.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Douglas?

The months with the lowest UV index in Douglas are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Douglas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Douglas, AZ

Average temperature in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Douglas, AZ

Average pressure in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Douglas, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Douglas, AZ

Average humidity in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Douglas, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Douglas, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Douglas, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Douglas, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Douglas, AZ

Average UV index in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Douglas, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Douglas, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Douglas, AZ

Average visibility in December - Douglas, 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).

Douglas, Arizona, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location