December weather forecast
Tonopah, NV

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Weather in December

December in Tonopah is marked by a return to winter chill and frequent snow showers. A resemblance to January’s cold gets monumental as the city gears up for the holidays. Blankets of snow engulf the city, creating a winter wonderland for residents and visitors alike. Even the sunlight becomes scarce, while the snowfall transforms the landscape, underlines that the year has come full circle.

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

In Tonopah, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tonopah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47.7 days and collects up to 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Tonopah, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a minimum temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tonopah, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Tonopah?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

What is the average humidity in December in Tonopah?

In December, the average relative humidity is 60%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Tonopah, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tonopah have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tonopah, NV

Average temperature in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Tonopah, NV

Average pressure in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tonopah, NV

Average wind speed in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tonopah, NV

Average humidity in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

Average rainfall in December
Tonopah, NV

Average rainfall in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average rainfall days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tonopah, NV

Average snowfall in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average snowfall days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tonopah, NV

Average sunshine days in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tonopah, NV

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tonopah, NV

Average cloud cover in December - Tonopah, NV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Tonopah, NV

Average visibility in December - Tonopah, 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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