December weather forecast
Peridot, AZ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Peridot, Arizona, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average high of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

December is the month when Peridot experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and a low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.1 rainfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Peridot. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Peridot, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Peridot, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December stands out as Peridot's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and a low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Peridot, is 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.9°F (2.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Peridot is 53%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Peridot, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Peridot have in December?

In Peridot, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (36.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Peridot, AZ

Average pressure in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peridot, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Peridot, AZ

Average humidity in December - Peridot, 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 (21%).

Average rainfall in December
Peridot, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Peridot, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peridot, AZ

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peridot, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peridot, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peridot, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Peridot, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Peridot, AZ

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Peridot, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Peridot, 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 7).

Average visibility in December
Peridot, AZ

Average visibility in December - Peridot, 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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