December weather forecast
Prescott Valley, AZ

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Weather in December

December sets the winter season into full swing in Prescott Valley with its pronounced cold weather traits. The transition from November to December is marked with further falling temperatures and an increased instance of snowfall. The month encounters the highest amount of snowfall seen all year, with a substantial 4.13" (105mm) covering the valley typically. With average temperature lows hovering around 30.7°F (-0.7°C), December claims the spot for the coldest month of the year. Even though December might feel chilly, the holiday spirit combined with the picturesque snowy landscape makes up for the cold weather.

Temperature

December is the coldest month in Prescott Valley, with an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prescott Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.9 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a minimum average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the usual temperature for Prescott Valley in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Prescott Valley, is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 58%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Prescott Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 58%.

How much does it rain in Prescott Valley in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Prescott Valley?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Prescott Valley, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prescott Valley have in December?

In Prescott Valley, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:29 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 Prescott Valley?

In Prescott Valley, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average temperature in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average humidity in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prescott Valley, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average UV index in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Prescott Valley, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Prescott Valley, AZ

Average visibility in December - Prescott Valley, 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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