December weather forecast
South Jordan, UT

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Weather in December

Finally, rounding up the year, December lands South Jordan right into the winter season. With an average snowfall of 9.49" (241mm), December introduces significant signs of winter. The climate during December becomes the second coldest throughout the year after January. The visibility wavers to around 5 miles due to the weather conditions. On the whole, the South Jordan city in December is a wintery scene, complete with snowfall, chilling temperatures, and the joys of the holiday season.

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). South Jordan experiences an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February, March and December, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Jordan, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.7 snowfall days, and 43.35" (1101mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in South Jordan is 5.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in South Jordan, records 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are February, March and December, with an average 2.05" (52mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Jordan, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In South Jordan, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 9.49" (241mm) of snow is typically 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 South Jordan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Jordan?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:11 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Jordan have in December?

In South Jordan, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in South Jordan is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Jordan, UT

Average temperature in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
South Jordan, UT

Average pressure in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.22"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
South Jordan, UT

Average wind speed in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
South Jordan, UT

Average humidity in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).

Average rainfall in December
South Jordan, UT

Average rainfall in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, March and December (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
South Jordan, UT

Average rainfall days in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Jordan, UT

Average snowfall in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Jordan, UT

Average snowfall days in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Jordan, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Jordan, 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: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Jordan, UT

Average sunshine days in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
South Jordan, UT

Average UV index in December - South Jordan, 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
South Jordan, UT

Average cloud cover in December - South Jordan, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December
South Jordan, UT

Average visibility in December - South Jordan, 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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