December weather forecast
Surprise, AZ

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in the City of Surprise. The temperatures dip further, with a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C), preparing residents for cozy indoor festivities. Short daylight hours and increased humidity indicate the year's final stretch. Even as the year ends, the pleasant weather continues to surprise residents, ensuring a warm welcome to the New Year.

Temperature

In Surprise, the month of December is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 44%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Surprise, Arizona, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 60.7 rainfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Surprise, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Surprise is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Surprise?

During the coldest month in Surprise, December, temperatures average a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

What are the temperatures in Surprise in December?

December temperatures in Surprise vary between a high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Surprise?

December is the most humid month in Surprise, Arizona, with an average relative humidity of 44%.

What is the average humidity in December in Surprise?

In December, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How much does it rain in Surprise in December?

In Surprise, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Surprise?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Surprise.

What is the average length of the day in December in Surprise?

In December, the average day length in Surprise, Arizona, is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Surprise?

On the first day of December in Surprise, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:31 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Surprise?

The month with the least sunshine in Surprise is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Surprise have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Surprise, Arizona, is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Surprise?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Surprise?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Surprise is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Surprise, AZ

Average temperature in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (101.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (46°F).

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Average pressure in December
Surprise, AZ

Average pressure in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Surprise, AZ

Average wind speed in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Surprise, AZ

Average humidity in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average humidity in December: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).

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Average rainfall in December
Surprise, AZ

Average rainfall in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Surprise, AZ

Average rainfall days in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Surprise, AZ

Average sunshine days in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Surprise, AZ

Average UV index in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Surprise, AZ

Average cloud cover in December - Surprise, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in December
Surprise, AZ

Average visibility in December - Surprise, 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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