December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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

Provo's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a freezing cold 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Provo is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Provo are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Provo 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, in Provo, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Provo, the average sunshine in December 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 in Provo, Utah. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Provo in December?

During December, Provo experiences an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Provo?

The average relative humidity in December in Provo is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Provo?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Provo in December?

In December, in Provo, Utah, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Provo?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Provo?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Provo?

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

How many hours of daylight does Provo have in December?

The average day length in December in Provo, Utah, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Provo?

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, Utah, 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 are the months with the lowest UV index in Provo?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Provo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Provo is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

45°F 7.2°C

32.4°F 0.2°C

32.2°F 0.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.7mph 9.2km/h

5.3mph 8.5km/h

4.8mph 7.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.7

14.5

16.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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December weather forecast
Provo, UT

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