December weather forecast
Bluff, UT

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Weather in December

December often marks the onset of winter in Bluff, Utah, with average high temperatures dropping to a chilly 38.3°F (3.5°C). This month records a significant increase in snowfall tallies, with an impressive 5.2" (132mm) accumulated over 6.5 days, denoting the coldest part of the year. While the shorter daylight hours of winter are pronounced, December daylights are slightly longer compared to the first month of the year. Interestingly, despite the cold temperatures, December witnesses a decrease in rainfall days compared to November. As the year ends, the winter weather fully takes hold, setting the stage for a new year of varying climatic patterns.

Temperature

Stepping into December, Bluff observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Bluff, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Bluff, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. 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, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Bluff, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bluff?

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 in Bluff 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 Bluff?

In Bluff, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bluff have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bluff?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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 Bluff?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bluff, UT

Average temperature in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average pressure in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average wind speed in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average humidity in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average rainfall in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average snowfall in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average UV index in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Bluff, 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
Bluff, UT

Average visibility in December - Bluff, 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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