December weather forecastSyracuse, UT
December
Weather in December
With the arrival of December, Syracuse, Utah steps into full-fledged winter. The snowfall reaches a high of 8.78" (223mm) while the atmospheric pressure increases to 30.23 in. December sees reduced daylight hours and reduced hours of sunshine. The trees shed their leaves, and the landscapes take on a bleak yet beautiful austerity. As the year comes to a close, the city wraps itself for an intense winter chill.Temperature
December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) to Syracuse.Humidity
In Syracuse, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Syracuse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 13.58" (345mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Syracuse, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow. In Syracuse, Utah, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.4 days and aggregates up to 44.84" (1139mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Syracuse. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average high temperature in December: 34°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average pressure in December: 30.23"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).
Average rainfall in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average snowfall in December: 8.78"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min
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: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Syracuse, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Syracuse, UT
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in December
Syracuse, 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).
