December weather forecast
Richmond, UT

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richmond, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Richmond's December weather, with an average high temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 17.68" (449mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Richmond, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 11.73" (298mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.1 snowfall days, and 56.1" (1425mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond, Utah, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Richmond?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold is it in Richmond in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond?

In December, the average relative humidity in Richmond, Utah, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, Utah, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, Utah, in December, during 15.1 snowfall days, 11.73" (298mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond?

On the first day of December in Richmond, Utah, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in December?

In Richmond, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richmond?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Richmond, UT

Average temperature in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richmond, UT

Average pressure in December - Richmond, 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
Richmond, UT

Average wind speed in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April, June and August (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richmond, UT

Average humidity in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richmond, UT

Average rainfall in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, UT

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richmond, UT

Average snowfall in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, UT

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 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
Richmond, UT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond, 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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, UT

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richmond, UT

Average UV index in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richmond, UT

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Richmond, UT

Average visibility in December - Richmond, UT
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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