December weather forecast
Escalante, UT

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A stunning natural rock formation of the Golden Cathedral Neon Canyon in the Escalante National Park, Utah,
A stunning natural rock formation of the Golden Cathedral Neon Canyon in the Escalante National Park, Utah,

Weather in December

December heightens the winter season in Escalante, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and increasing snowfall to 9.37" (238mm). The cityscape transforms into a winter wonderland, draped under a thick cover of snow. Despite the cold, the city takes on a festive air, illuminated with holiday lights and decorations. The mood around the city is jovial, with the holiday spirit and the anticipation of a white Christmas. The year comes to an end under a gardener's delight blanket of snow, embracing the winter chill in all its glory.

Temperature

January and December, with an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C), are the coldest months in Escalante.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Escalante, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Escalante, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.1 days and collects up to 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Escalante, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow. In Escalante, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 66.46" (1688mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Escalante.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Escalante experiences the lowest of its temperatures in January and December, when the average high-temperatures rise to 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Escalante, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Escalante, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Escalante, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Escalante have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Escalante, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Escalante, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Escalante, UT

Average temperature in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Escalante, UT

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Escalante, UT

Average wind speed in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Escalante, UT

Average humidity in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (29%).

Average rainfall in December
Escalante, UT

Average rainfall in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Escalante, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Escalante, UT

Average snowfall in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Escalante, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Escalante, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Escalante, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Escalante, UT

Average UV index in December - Escalante, 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
Escalante, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Escalante, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Escalante, UT

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

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

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