December weather forecast
Fort Apache, AZ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Apache, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The lowest level of Fort Apache's temperatures is noted during January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Fort Apache, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Fort Apache, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26 snowfall days, and 20.98" (533mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

During January and December, Fort Apache experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the usual temperature for Fort Apache in December?

The high-temperature during December is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Fort Apache, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fort Apache, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fort Apache, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Apache, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Apache have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:21 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Apache?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Apache have in December?

In Fort Apache, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average temperature in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (83.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average pressure in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average humidity in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Apache, 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 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
Fort Apache, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average UV index in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Fort Apache, AZ

Average visibility in December - Fort Apache, 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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