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December is a fair month in Apache Junction

Climate Overview

Apache Junction, United States in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.3°C (67°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 20°C (68°F) at the start to 17°C (63°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

Expect around 8.4h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 7.9h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 8th, averaging 20.4°C (69°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 2 more rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
17°C / 3°C
Rain
4 days · 34 mm
Sunshine
8.2h / day
Humidity
54% — Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
ENE (68°)
Gusts
26 km/h
Daylight
10 h
Cloud Cover
40%
Clear Sky Days
11.3
UV Index
3.7 — Moderate
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Frost Days
1 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:24
Daylight 10h
Sunset 17:21

Compare Months

January
Fair
Temp
18°C / 4°C
Feels Like
15°C / 1°C
Rain
5days (49 mm) Good
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
56% Moderate
UV
4 Moderate
February
Fair
Temp
20°C / 6°C
Feels Like
17°C / 3°C
Rain
4days (46 mm) Good
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
49% Moderate
UV
5.2 High
Snow Days
1days
March
Good
Temp
24°C / 9°C
Feels Like
21°C / 6°C
Rain
4days (38 mm) Good
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
6.4 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 13°C
Feels Like
26°C / 10°C
Rain
1days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
24% Comfortable
UV
7.8 Very High
May best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 17°C
Feels Like
30°C / 15°C
Rain
1days (3 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
20% Comfortable
UV
8.4 Very High
June
Good
Temp
39°C / 24°C
Feels Like
37°C / 22°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
13h Excellent
Humidity
18% Comfortable
UV
8.7 Very High
July
Poor
Temp
40°C / 27°C
Feels Like
40°C / 28°C
Rain
6days (34 mm) Good
Sun
12.5h Excellent
Humidity
33% Comfortable
UV
8.7 Very High
August
Poor
Temp
39°C / 26°C
Feels Like
39°C / 28°C
Rain
5days (28 mm) Good
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
38% Comfortable
UV
8.3 Very High
September
Good
Temp
36°C / 23°C
Feels Like
36°C / 23°C
Rain
4days (25 mm) Good
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
35% Comfortable
UV
7.4 Very High
October best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 16°C
Feels Like
29°C / 14°C
Rain
3days (21 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
36% Comfortable
UV
6 High
November
Good
Temp
24°C / 10°C
Feels Like
21°C / 7°C
Rain
2days (26 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
41% Moderate
UV
4.5 Moderate
December
Fair
Temp
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
17°C / 3°C
Rain
4days (34 mm) Good
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
3.7 Moderate
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 18°C / 4°C 15°C / 1°C 5days (49 mm) Good 8.5h Good 56% Moderate 4 Moderate Fair View Details
February 20°C / 6°C 17°C / 3°C 4days (46 mm) Good 9.5h Good 49% Moderate 5.2 High Fair View Details
March 24°C / 9°C 21°C / 6°C 4days (38 mm) Good 10.5h Excellent 42% Moderate 6.4 High Good View Details
April best 29°C / 13°C 26°C / 10°C 1days (6 mm) Excellent 12h Excellent 24% Comfortable 7.8 Very High Excellent View Details
May best 33°C / 17°C 30°C / 15°C 1days (3 mm) Excellent 12.8h Excellent 20% Comfortable 8.4 Very High Excellent View Details
June 39°C / 24°C 37°C / 22°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 13h Excellent 18% Comfortable 8.7 Very High Good View Details
July 40°C / 27°C 40°C / 28°C 6days (34 mm) Good 12.5h Excellent 33% Comfortable 8.7 Very High Poor View Details
August 39°C / 26°C 39°C / 28°C 5days (28 mm) Good 12.1h Excellent 38% Comfortable 8.3 Very High Poor View Details
September 36°C / 23°C 36°C / 23°C 4days (25 mm) Good 11.2h Excellent 35% Comfortable 7.4 Very High Good View Details
October best 31°C / 16°C 29°C / 14°C 3days (21 mm) Excellent 10.2h Excellent 36% Comfortable 6 High Excellent View Details
November 24°C / 10°C 21°C / 7°C 2days (26 mm) Excellent 9.2h Good 41% Moderate 4.5 Moderate Good View Details
December 19°C / 6°C 17°C / 3°C 4days (34 mm) Good 8.2h Good 54% Moderate 3.7 Moderate Fair View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Warm evening layerComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically fair for visiting Apache Junction, with average highs of 19°C (67°F) and around 4 rainy days. Apache Junction, United States in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.3°C (67°F) and noticeably cooler
Apache Junction typically sees around 4 rainy days in December with 34 mm (1.3 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Nights in Apache Junction during December are cool at around 6°C (42°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 19°C (67°F) and lows of 6°C (42°F) in December, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Apache Junction. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Apache Junction during December is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Apache Junction gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Apache Junction during December based on 10-year climate averages.

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