December weather forecastFruita, UT
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fruita, Utah, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).Temperature
Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). During December, Fruita experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 15.8°F (-9°C).Humidity
In Fruita, Utah, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.Rainfall
In Fruita, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fruita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.8 days and collects up to 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fruita, during the entire year, snow falls for 62 days and aggregates up to 48.78" (1239mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Fruita, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm MST.
Sunshine
In Fruita, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Fruita are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fruita, UT
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Fruita, UT
- Average pressure in December: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Fruita, UT
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Fruita, UT
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (28%).
Average rainfall in December
Fruita, UT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Fruita, UT
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fruita, UT
- Average snowfall in December: 8.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fruita, UT
- Average snowfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fruita, UT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fruita, UT
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Fruita, UT
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fruita, UT
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in December
Fruita, UT
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
