December weather forecastGarden City, UT
December
Weather in December
December in Garden City, Utah, embraces the full throttle of winter with the coldest temperatures and comparably shorter daylight hours seen across the year. The shift towards January introduces a more rigorously cold climate with an equivalent increase in snowfall. The city records its maximum snowfall in December amounting to 14.76" (375mm). As winter unfolds, the landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland, perfect for photogenic icy landscapes and bustling winter sports. Despite the chilly weather, December's festive charm keeps the city lively and vibrant, ensuring a warm welcome for the upcoming year.Temperature
December stands out as Garden City's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Garden City is 88%.Rainfall
In Garden City, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Garden City, Utah, in December, snow falls for 20.2 days, with typically accumulated 14.76" (375mm) of snow. In Garden City, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.8 days and aggregates up to 86.89" (2207mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Garden City, Utah, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Garden City is 4.6h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Garden City, UT
- Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 10°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).
Average pressure in December
Garden City, UT
- Average pressure in December: 30.25"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Garden City, UT
- Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Garden City, UT
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in December
Garden City, UT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Garden City, UT
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Garden City, UT
- Average snowfall in December: 14.76"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (17.4").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Garden City, UT
- Average snowfall days in December: 20.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Garden City, UT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Garden City, UT
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Garden City, UT
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Garden City, UT
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in December
Garden City, UT
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).
