December weather forecast
Central, UT

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Weather in December

In December, Central experiences winter in earnest, with temperature lows hitting 31.6°F (-0.2°C). This time of the year is characterized by increased cloud cover, reaching the year's peak at 21%. The daylight hours are the shortest with only 9.6 hours, contrasting with the summer months. Central becomes a winter wonderland adorned with the thickest layer of snow, signalling the onset of the holiday season. Compared to January, December usually has colder temperatures, bringing the year to a climatic close.

Temperature

Central reaches its lowest average temperatures in December, measuring 47.7°F (8.7°C) at the peak and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Central, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

Rainfall

In Central, Utah, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Central, Utah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.6 days and collects up to 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall in Central. In December, in Central, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. In Central, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.4 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Central, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Central?

Central's coldest month, December, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What are the temperatures in Central in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Central, records 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Central?

In December, the average relative humidity in Central, Utah, is 57%.

How much does it rain in Central in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Central in December?

In Central, Utah, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Central?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Central?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Central?

The month with the least sunshine in Central, Utah, is December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Central?

In Central, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Central, Utah.

How high is the UV index in December in Central?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Central is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Central, UT

Average temperature in December - Central, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Central, UT

Average pressure in December - Central, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Central, UT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Central, UT

Average humidity in December - Central, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (18%).

Average rainfall in December
Central, UT

Average rainfall in December - Central, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Central, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Central, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Central, UT

Average snowfall in December - Central, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Central, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Central, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, 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: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Central, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Central, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Central, UT

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Central, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Central, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December
Central, UT

Average visibility in December - Central, 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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