December weather forecast
Rimrock, AZ

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Weather in December

December is the bona fide winter month in Rimrock, Arizona. The city experiences its second-highest snowfall at 0.91in in December, ushering in a cold, crisp, and white holiday season. Despite the cool, frosty temperatures, December holds a special place with beautiful scenes of snow-dusted landscapes and illuminated city streets brimming with holiday spirit.

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 57%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Rimrock, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Rimrock, Arizona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.6 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rimrock, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Rimrock, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest month in Rimrock is December, with an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 50.9°F (10.5°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 57%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Rimrock?

The average relative humidity in December is 57%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rimrock?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rimrock have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rimrock, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Rimrock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average temperature in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average pressure in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average humidity in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (23%).

Average rainfall in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Rimrock, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Rimrock, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rimrock, 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 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
Rimrock, AZ

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

The month with the most sunshine days is May (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average UV index in December - Rimrock, 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
Rimrock, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Rimrock, 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 6).

Average visibility in December
Rimrock, AZ

Average visibility in December - Rimrock, 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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