December weather forecast
Provo, UT

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A clear paved path leads up to the City Centre Temple in the town of Provo, Utah
A clear paved path leads up to the City Centre Temple in the town of Provo, Utah

Weather in December

As the year draws to a close, Provo, Utah welcomes winter again in December. The city experiences its second coldest month after January, marked by freezing temperatures and frequent snowfall. This month brings an impressive 8.27" (210mm) of snow over 12.5 days, setting December's unmistakable wintry atmosphere. Despite the cold and snow, the city's holiday festivities bring warmth and cheer, offering a memorable end to the year.

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Provo expects an average low of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In Provo, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 8.27" (210mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Provo, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Provo, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 8.27" (210mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Provo, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 8.27" (210mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Provo, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Provo have in December?

In Provo, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Provo is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Provo, UT

Average temperature in December - Provo, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Provo, UT

Average pressure in December - Provo, 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
Provo, UT

Average wind speed in December - Provo, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Provo, UT

Average humidity in December - Provo, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (40%).

Average rainfall in December
Provo, UT

Average rainfall in December - Provo, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Provo, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Provo, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Provo, UT

Average snowfall in December - Provo, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.27"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (8.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Provo, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Provo, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Provo, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Provo, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Provo, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Provo, UT

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Provo, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Provo, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Provo, UT

Average visibility in December - Provo, 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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