December weather forecast
Sunset, UT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sunset, Utah, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). In December, in Sunset, Utah, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sunset, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sunset, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Sunset, Utah, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sunset are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sunset in December?

In December, in Sunset, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sunset?

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

How much does it rain in Sunset in December?

In Sunset, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sunset in December?

In Sunset, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunset?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sunset have in December?

In Sunset, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sunset?

On the first day of December in Sunset, Utah, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Sunset?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sunset?

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

Average temperature in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average pressure in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average wind speed in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average humidity in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average rainfall in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average snowfall in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average UV index in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Sunset, 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
Sunset, UT

Average visibility in December - Sunset, 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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