December weather forecast
Joseph, UT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Joseph, Utah, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). During December, Joseph experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Joseph, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 rainfall days, and 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 44.8" (1138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Joseph are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Joseph, is 34°F (1.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Joseph?

In Joseph, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Joseph, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Joseph, Utah, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.58" (218mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Joseph have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Joseph is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Joseph?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Joseph.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Joseph, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Joseph, UT

Average temperature in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Joseph, UT

Average pressure in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Joseph, UT

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Joseph, UT

Average humidity in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Joseph, UT

Average rainfall in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Joseph, UT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Joseph, UT

Average snowfall in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Joseph, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Joseph, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Joseph, UT

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Joseph, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Joseph, UT

Average visibility in December - Joseph, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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