December weather forecast
Richfield, UT

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Weather in December

December brings the full force of winter to Richfield, Utah. The chilly weather of November deepens further, registering similarities with January temperatures. Snowfall becomes evident, accumulating over the month, and adding to the already prevalent winter conditions. Freezing temperatures and snow-laden landscapes set the stage for a cozy, indoor winter. Despite the shortest days and reduced sunlight, December's festive spirit keeps the town bubbling with activities.

Temperature

January and December are the coldest months in Richfield, with an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Richfield is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.4 days and collects up to 14.21" (361mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Richfield, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Richfield, Utah, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 41.5" (1054mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Richfield, Utah, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Richfield?

January and December represent the coldest period in Richfield, Utah, with an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

How cold is it in Richfield in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richfield, is 33.8°F (1°C) and the average low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richfield?

In December, the average relative humidity in Richfield is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richfield?

In Richfield, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richfield?

In Richfield, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richfield?

The month with the shortest days in Richfield is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Richfield have in December?

In December, the average day length in Richfield is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Richfield?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richfield?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richfield, Utah, is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Richfield?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Richfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Richfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richfield, UT

Average temperature in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richfield, UT

Average pressure in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.18"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.24"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Richfield, UT

Average wind speed in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richfield, UT

Average humidity in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (31%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richfield, UT

Average rainfall in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richfield, UT

Average rainfall days in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richfield, UT

Average snowfall in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richfield, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richfield, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richfield, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February, April and July (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richfield, UT

Average UV index in December - Richfield, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richfield, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Richfield, UT

Average visibility in December - Richfield, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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