December weather forecast
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The scenic province of Show Low, Arizona, with the sunlit trees and a river in the mountain terrain lake region
The scenic province of Show Low, Arizona, with the sunlit trees and a river in the mountain terrain lake region

Weather in December

Drawing curtains on the year, December sees Show Low, Arizona fully immersed in winter's grasp. As temperatures continue to slide, reaching lows of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), the city readies itself for the festive season in the cold. Snowfall elevates in frequency and quantity to a significant 4.02in, strongly marking the return of the winter season. The frosty weather is perfectly complemented by the heartwarming sight of city lights and decorations. With a quietening wind and shorter days, December is the perfect epilogue to the weather book of Show Low, Arizona.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a mild 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In December, the average low-temperature in Show Low records at a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Show Low, Arizona, the average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

In Show Low, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Show Low, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65.2 days and collects up to 8.46" (215mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:20 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Show Low in December?

In December, in Show Low, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Show Low, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Show Low, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:20 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?

In Show Low, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Show Low, AZ

Average temperature in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average pressure in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average humidity in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average UV index in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Show Low, 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
Show Low, AZ

Average visibility in December - Show Low, 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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