December weather forecast
Sanders, AZ

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sanders, Arizona, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Sanders sees a steady low-temperature average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In Sanders, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sanders, Arizona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.6 days and collects up to 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sanders, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Sanders, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sanders.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sanders?

In Sanders, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanders?

In Sanders, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

How much does it rain in Sanders in December?

In Sanders, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sanders?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanders?

The month with the shortest days in Sanders, Arizona, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sanders have in December?

In Sanders, Arizona, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanders?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sanders?

January and December, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sanders.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sanders?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Sanders?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sanders?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanders, AZ

Average temperature in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sanders, AZ

Average pressure in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sanders, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sanders, AZ

Average humidity in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanders, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanders, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanders, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanders, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (7.3 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
Sanders, AZ

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanders, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sanders, AZ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Sanders, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Sanders, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Sanders, AZ

Average visibility in December - Sanders, 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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