December weather forecast
Blanding, UT

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Weather in December

December brings the heart of winter to Blanding as average high temperatures descend to a freezing 38.3°F (3.5°C). The town is enveloped in a white blanket, with the highest snowfall for a month being recorded at 5.2" (132mm). Shorter daylight hours draped in a chill and amplified by snow-carpeted roads make December synonymous with winter wonderland dreams. This weather is a harbinger of the upcoming festive season and the commencement of a new, hope-filled year.

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 65%.

Rainfall

In Blanding, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 73.8 rainfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Blanding, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Blanding, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Blanding, the average sunshine in December is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Blanding experiences an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Blanding, Utah, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Blanding, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

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 Blanding, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Blanding, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

When is 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 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
Blanding, UT

Average temperature in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Blanding, UT

Average pressure in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blanding, UT

Average wind speed in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Blanding, UT

Average humidity in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

Average rainfall in December
Blanding, UT

Average rainfall in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Blanding, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blanding, UT

Average snowfall in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blanding, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Blanding, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blanding, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Blanding, UT

Average UV index in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Blanding, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Blanding, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Blanding, UT

Average visibility in December - Blanding, UT
  • 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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