December weather forecast
Payson, AZ

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The scenic landscape of Payson in Arizona, with the iconic Mogollon Rim landmark
The scenic landscape of Payson in Arizona, with the iconic Mogollon Rim landmark

Weather in December

December marks the official arrival of winter in Payson, Arizona. The temperature falls further, along with a decrease in the daylight hours. Intriguingly, both rainfall and snowfall see a rise in their respective amounts, with the snowfall hitting 5.39" (137mm) for the month. With chilly winds blowing at an average of 5.7mph (9.2km/h) and the pressure at 30.08" (764mm), the weather molds itself perfectly according to the festivity of the season. Despite cold weather, the city stays bright with six miles visibility and beauty remains visible under the winter sun.

Temperature

December brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In Payson, Arizona, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Payson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 85.7 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Payson, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Payson, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Payson, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Payson?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C), is the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Payson in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Payson, is 50.2°F (10.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 80.6°F (27°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are most humid months in Payson.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 58%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Payson, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Payson?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Payson have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Payson, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Payson, AZ

Average temperature in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Payson, AZ

Average pressure in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Payson, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Payson, AZ

Average humidity in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

Average rainfall in December
Payson, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Payson, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Payson, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Payson, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Payson, AZ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Payson, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Payson, AZ

Average UV index in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Payson, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Payson, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Payson, AZ

Average visibility in December - Payson, 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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