December weather forecast
Sparks, NV

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Weather in December

December marks the pure winter month in Sparks, Nevada. The city feels the chill intensify as the temperatures drop further to 37.8°F (3.2°C) during day and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) at night. Snowfall ramps up to 5.04" (128mm), covering the city in a layer of frosty white. December's weather redefines the city with festivities and celebrations, often filled with snow-laden activities and events.

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sparks is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sparks, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sparks, there are 68 rainfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sparks, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sparks. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Sparks?

With average high and low temperatures of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively, December is Sparks's coldest month.

How cold is December in Sparks?

During December, Sparks experiences an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sparks?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sparks is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sparks?

In Sparks, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sparks?

In Sparks, Nevada, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sparks?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sparks, Nevada.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sparks?

In December, the average day length in Sparks, Nevada, is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sparks?

On the first day of December in Sparks, Nevada, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sparks?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sparks?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sparks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sparks, NV

Average temperature in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sparks, NV

Average pressure in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sparks, NV

Average wind speed in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sparks, NV

Average humidity in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

Average rainfall in December
Sparks, NV

Average rainfall in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Sparks, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sparks, NV

Average snowfall in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sparks, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sparks, NV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Sparks, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Sparks, NV

Average UV index in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sparks, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Sparks, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Sparks, NV

Average visibility in December - Sparks, NV
  • 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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