December weather forecastSahuarita, AZ
December
Weather in December
December sees the arrival of winter in Sahuarita, Arizona, with average high and low temperatures of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. The city experiences shorter days and colder nights. Despite the chill and decrease in daylight hours, the low chance of rainfall and sufficient sunshine ensure most days remain optimal for outdoor activities. The potential return of snowfall this time of the year, even if it's only 0.1" (3mm), sets a fitting end to the year, introducing a change of scenery with a sprinkle of white over Sahuarita. The final month of the year also witnesses an increase in cloud cover, adding a blanket of serenity to the skies.Temperature
Sahuarita witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 43°F (6.1°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 44%.Rainfall
In Sahuarita, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.6 rainfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Sahuarita, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:30 pm MST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sahuarita.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average high temperature in December: 61.7°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 (61.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 43°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43°F).
Average pressure in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average humidity in December: 44%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (21%).
Average rainfall in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average rainfall in December: 0.35"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.12").
Average rainfall days in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, September and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Sahuarita, AZ
- Average cloud cover in December: 19
The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in December
Sahuarita, 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).
