December weather forecast
Grasshopper, AZ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Grasshopper, Arizona, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's mild 57.2°F (14°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In Grasshopper, the December nights cool down to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Grasshopper is 60%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 65.2 rainfall days, and 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grasshopper are January through May, November and December. In Grasshopper, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Grasshopper, there are 18.8 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Grasshopper, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Grasshopper, is 46.2°F (7.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 60%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grasshopper, Arizona, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Grasshopper, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Grasshopper have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average pressure in December - Grasshopper, 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
Grasshopper, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average humidity in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Grasshopper, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and June (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Grasshopper, AZ

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Grasshopper, AZ

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Grasshopper, AZ

Average visibility in December - Grasshopper, 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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