December weather forecast
Riviera, AZ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riviera, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

Riviera's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

December is the only month when snow falls. The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.1 days.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What are December temperatures?

In Riviera, 56.3°F (13.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 41%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Riviera in December?

In Riviera, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall days is December, when snow falls for 0.1 days.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riviera?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Riviera?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:37 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riviera?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Riviera have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riviera, AZ

Average temperature in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (100.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (81.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Riviera, AZ

Average pressure in December - Riviera, 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 (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Riviera, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Riviera, AZ

Average humidity in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (42%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (14%).

Average rainfall in December
Riviera, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in December
Riviera, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Riviera, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riviera, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Riviera, AZ

Average UV index in December - Riviera, 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
Riviera, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Riviera, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Riviera, AZ

Average visibility in December - Riviera, 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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