December weather forecast
Sedona, AZ

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Attractive red rocks in the Red Rock State Park of Sedona, Arizona
Attractive red rocks in the Red Rock State Park of Sedona, Arizona

Weather in December

In December, Sedona welcomes winter yet again with a drop in temperatures to an average low of 27.9°F. The city celebrates this holiday season with snowfall, lights, and various festive events. Despite the cold temperatures, the weather is beautifully neutralized by the warmth and joy of seasonal holidays and celebrations. The blend of snow-capped landscapes and holiday décor contributes to Sedona's winter wonderland aesthetic.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 46°F and a low of 27.9°F, December is regarded as the coldest month in Sedona.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Sedona, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.14" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86 rainfall days, and 11.65" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 2.68" of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Sedona, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sedona are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Sedona?

December is the coldest month in Sedona, exhibiting average temperatures of 46°F at the peak and 27.9°F at the base.

What is the temperature in December in Sedona?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sedona, is 46°F and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 82.4°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Sedona?

In December, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in Sedona in December?

In Sedona, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.14" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Sedona?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 2.68" of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Sedona?

In Sedona, Arizona, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sedona?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sedona have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sedona?

On the first day of December in Sedona, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sedona?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sedona.

How many hours of sunshine does Sedona have in December?

In Sedona, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sedona?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sedona?

In Sedona, Arizona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sedona, AZ

Average temperature in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sedona, AZ

Average pressure in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sedona, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sedona, AZ

Average humidity in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sedona, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sedona, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sedona, AZ

Average snowfall in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sedona, AZ

Average snowfall days in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sedona, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Sedona, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Sedona, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sedona, AZ

Average UV index in December - Sedona, 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
Sedona, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Sedona, 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 6).

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Average visibility in December
Sedona, AZ

Average visibility in December - Sedona, 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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