December weather forecast
Garden City, UT

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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

What month is the coldest in Garden City?

December, known for its average high temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low temperature of 10°F (-12.2°C), is the coldest month in Garden City, Utah.

How cold is December in Garden City?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Garden City, Utah, are 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 10°F (-12.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Garden City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Garden City?

In December, in Garden City, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Garden City in December?

In Garden City, in December, snow falls for 20.2 days, with typically accumulated 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Garden City?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Garden City have in December?

In Garden City, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Garden City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Garden City, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:04 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Garden City, Utah, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Garden City?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Garden City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average pressure in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average humidity in December
Garden City, UT

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Garden City, UT

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Garden City, UT

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Garden City, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garden City, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average UV index in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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Average visibility in December
Garden City, UT

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).

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