December weather forecast
Layton, UT

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Weather in December

December welcomes the peak of winter in Layton, Utah. The city experiences average temperatures from 23.5°F (-4.7°C) to 34°F (1.1°C), along with a significant snowfall of 8.78" (223mm). As the temperatures plummet, the city brims with holiday spirit in anticipation of Christmas and New Year celebrations. December, with its snow-clad picturesque landscapes and festive atmosphere, brings the year to a magical end.

Temperature

During Layton's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). Layton observes an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Layton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated. In Layton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 44.84" (1139mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Layton, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Layton, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Layton have in December?

In Layton, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Layton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Layton, UT

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Layton, UT

Average pressure in December - Layton, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Layton, UT

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Layton, UT

Average humidity in December - Layton, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in December
Layton, UT

Average rainfall in December - Layton, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Layton, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Layton, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Layton, UT

Average snowfall in December - Layton, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Layton, UT

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Layton, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Layton, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Layton, UT

Average UV index in December - Layton, 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
Layton, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Layton, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
Layton, UT

Average visibility in December - Layton, 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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