December weather forecast
Duchesne, UT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Duchesne, Utah, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

Temperature

Duchesne experiences its coldest period in January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Duchesne is 78%.

Rainfall

In Duchesne, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Duchesne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.1 days and collects up to 12.87" (327mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Duchesne. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated. In Duchesne, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.2 days and aggregates up to 33.5" (851mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Duchesne.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Duchesne is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Duchesne are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Duchesne?

Duchesne experiences the lowest of its temperatures in January and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

How cold is it in Duchesne in December?

In Duchesne, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.9°F (-10.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Duchesne?

In Duchesne, Utah, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Duchesne?

In December, in Duchesne, Utah, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Duchesne in December?

In December, in Duchesne, Utah, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Duchesne?

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

How many hours of daylight does Duchesne have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Duchesne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Duchesne have in December?

In Duchesne, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Duchesne?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Duchesne?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Duchesne, UT

Average temperature in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.21"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (36%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Duchesne, UT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Duchesne, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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