December weather forecast
Fort Duchesne, UT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fort Duchesne, Utah, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

In Fort Duchesne, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Fort Duchesne's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In Fort Duchesne, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Duchesne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.4 days and collects up to 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Duchesne. In Fort Duchesne, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Fort Duchesne, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Duchesne is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Fort Duchesne, the average sunshine in December is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Duchesne, Utah, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Duchesne?

The high-temperature in Fort Duchesne, Utah, during December is 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and the low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Duchesne?

In Fort Duchesne, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Duchesne?

In Fort Duchesne, Utah, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fort Duchesne?

In Fort Duchesne, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Duchesne?

The month with the shortest days in Fort Duchesne, Utah, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Duchesne?

In December, the average day length in Fort Duchesne is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Duchesne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Duchesne, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Duchesne have in December?

In Fort Duchesne, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Duchesne?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Duchesne, Utah, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fort Duchesne?

In Fort Duchesne, Utah, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average temperature in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average pressure in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.22"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average wind speed in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average humidity in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average rainfall in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and May (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average snowfall in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 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
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average UV index in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Duchesne, UT

Average visibility in December - Fort Duchesne, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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