December weather forecast
Sun City West, AZ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sun City West, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

In Sun City West, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 44%, December is the most humid month in Sun City West.

Rainfall

In Sun City West, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sun City West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 60.7 days and collects up to 8.62" (219mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sun City West, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sun City West, Arizona, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Sun City West notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Sun City West?

With an average relative humidity of 44%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Sun City West is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sun City West, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sun City West.

How many hours of sunshine does Sun City West have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average temperature in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (101.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (46°F).

Average pressure in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average pressure in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average humidity in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

Average rainfall in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average UV index in December - Sun City West, 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
Sun City West, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Sun City West, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Sun City West, AZ

Average visibility in December - Sun City West, 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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