December weather forecast
Fountain Hills, AZ

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Weather in December

December in Fountain Hills sees the swift entry of winter, transitioning away from the mild conditions of November. The lowest temperatures of the year, between 44.2°F (6.8°C) to 60.3°F (15.7°C), mark the arrival of the coolest month. Receding daylight and rising humidity levels supplement the atmosphere, bringing about increased rainfall days. December is characterised by shorter daylight hours and increased cloud cover, although the sun continues to peek through contributing to the city's unique winter charm. The city adorns a festive air, accompanied by the mild crispness of the weather, wrapping the year beautifully.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and a low of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 46%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67.9 rainfall days, and 10" (254mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fountain Hills.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Fountain Hills, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Fountain Hills, Arizona, is December, 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 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Fountain Hills?

Fountain Hills's coldest month, December, registers temperatures that range from a high of 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a low of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What are December temperatures in Fountain Hills?

In December, in Fountain Hills, the average high-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Fountain Hills?

The most humid month in Fountain Hills is December, with an average relative humidity of 46%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fountain Hills?

In Fountain Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

How much does it rain in Fountain Hills in December?

In Fountain Hills, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fountain Hills?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fountain Hills have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fountain Hills?

On the first day of December in Fountain Hills, Arizona, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fountain Hills?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain Hills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fountain Hills is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fountain Hills?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Fountain Hills, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fountain Hills?

In Fountain Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average temperature in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average humidity in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

Average rainfall in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fountain Hills, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average UV index in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Fountain Hills, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Fountain Hills, AZ

Average visibility in December - Fountain Hills, 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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