December weather forecast
Ophir, UT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ophir, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 19.8°F (-6.8°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ophir is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ophir, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ophir, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.7 days and collects up to 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 12.99" (330mm) of accumulated 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 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Ophir, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Ophir, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ophir?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ophir, Utah, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 12.99" (330mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Ophir?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ophir?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ophir have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ophir is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Ophir, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ophir?

In Ophir, Utah, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ophir, UT

Average temperature in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ophir, UT

Average pressure in December - Ophir, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ophir, UT

Average wind speed in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ophir, UT

Average humidity in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (33%).

Average rainfall in December
Ophir, UT

Average rainfall in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Ophir, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ophir, UT

Average snowfall in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.99"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (12.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ophir, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ophir, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ophir, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ophir, UT

Average UV index in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ophir, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Ophir, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Ophir, UT

Average visibility in December - Ophir, 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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