December weather forecast
Oro Valley, AZ

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Weather in December

December marks the arrival of winter in Oro Valley. The weather is notably cooler, with temperatures dropping to a low of 42.8°F (6°C) from the previous month’s low of 50.9°F (10.5°C). Sunshine hours reduce significantly, and the daylight hours reach their annual minimum. Though not extreme, the humidity bounces back slightly to counter the cold dry winds. The snowfall remains absent, unlike other regions, ensuring a fairly comfortable winter.

Temperature

The month of December, characterized by an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low of 42.8°F (6°C), is recognized as the coldest in Oro Valley.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 46%.

Rainfall

In Oro Valley, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.3 rainfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Oro Valley, Arizona.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Oro Valley, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Oro Valley, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Oro Valley?

Oro Valley, Arizona, notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the usual temperature for Oro Valley in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oro Valley, Arizona, during December are 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Oro Valley?

December is the most humid month in Oro Valley, with an average relative humidity of 46%.

What is the average humidity in December in Oro Valley?

In Oro Valley, Arizona, the average relative humidity in December is 46%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oro Valley?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Oro Valley?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Oro Valley, Arizona.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oro Valley?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oro Valley.

How many hours of daylight does Oro Valley have in December?

In Oro Valley, Arizona, the average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oro Valley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oro Valley, Arizona, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:29 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Oro Valley?

The month with the least sunshine in Oro Valley is December, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Oro Valley have in December?

In Oro Valley, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oro Valley?

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Oro Valley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average temperature in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average pressure in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average humidity in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (46%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average UV index in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in December
Oro Valley, AZ

Average visibility in December - Oro Valley, AZ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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