December weather forecast
Thatcher, AZ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thatcher, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.6°F (3.1°C) and max 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest month is December, with an average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Thatcher, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Thatcher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thatcher, there are 1 snowfall days, and 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 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 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Thatcher in December?

In December, in Thatcher, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 51%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Thatcher, the average relative humidity in December is 51%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Thatcher, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Thatcher have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Thatcher?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average pressure in December - Thatcher, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thatcher, AZ

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average humidity in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average UV index in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Thatcher, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in December
Thatcher, AZ

Average visibility in December - Thatcher, 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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