December weather forecastZion National Park, UT
December
Weather in December
Wrapping up the year, December sees the return of winter and its associated conditions to Zion National Park. With average temperatures dropping to 53.3°F (11.8°C) and daylight reduced to approximately 9.6 hours daily on average, the winter ambiance introduces a different charm to the park. Snowfall increases, albeit moderately, transforming the dramatic landscapes into a winter wonderland. Despite the cold conditions, the park's trails remain accessible for visitors to enjoy the seasonal beauty.Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C), December stands out as the coldest month.Rainfall
In Zion National Park, Utah, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Zion National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68 days and collects up to 16.18" (411mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Zion National Park are February and December, with an average 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Zion National Park, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:24 pm MST.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average high temperature in December: 53.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (101°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.5°F).
Average rainfall in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average rainfall in December: 1.6"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.3").
Average rainfall days in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are February and March (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average snowfall in December: 1"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December
Zion National Park, UT
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
