December weather forecast
Tooele, UT

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Weather in December

Tooele in December is a spectacle of winter's full manifestation. With snowfall reaching up to 9.69" (246mm), the city turns into a picturesque winter wonderland. The tranquilizing effect of a snow-strewn landscape, shorter daylight hours, and a truly festive spirit in the air rounds off the year with a nostalgic feel. Indeed, December's climate reminds one of holiday stories and a magical year-end closure in the cozy comforts of Tooele.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December in Tooele, falling from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). Tooele experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Tooele, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 20.98" (533mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.8°F (1°C) and the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Tooele is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tooele, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

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 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:12 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Tooele, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Tooele, UT

Average pressure in December - Tooele, 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
Tooele, UT

Average wind speed in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tooele, UT

Average humidity in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (36%).

Average rainfall in December
Tooele, UT

Average rainfall in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Tooele, UT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tooele, UT

Average snowfall in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tooele, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Tooele, 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
Tooele, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tooele, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tooele, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Tooele, UT

Average UV index in December - Tooele, 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
Tooele, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in December
Tooele, UT

Average visibility in December - Tooele, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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