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December is a poor month in Orem

Climate Overview

Orem, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.3°C (38°F). Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 4°C (40°F) at the start to 2°C (35°F) by month's end.

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

The warmest days tend to fall around the 21th, averaging 4.4°C (40°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 7°C cooler with 3 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
3°C / -7°C
Feels Like
0°C / -11°C
Rain
9 days · 52 mm
Sunshine
6.9h / day
Humidity
75% — Humid
Wind
8 km/h
Wind Direction
E (84°)
Gusts
29 km/h
Daylight
9.4 h
Cloud Cover
60%
Clear Sky Days
3.3
UV Index
2.5 — Moderate
Dew Point
-6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
12 days · 28.8 cm
Frost Days
28 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

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:44
Daylight 9.3h
Sunset 17:03

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 3°C (38°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
1°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -12°C
Rain
11days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
February
Poor
Temp
3°C / -6°C
Feels Like
0°C / -10°C
Rain
9days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
March
Poor
Temp
8°C / -2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -6°C
Rain
11days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
Snow Days
13days
April
Fair
Temp
14°C / 2°C
Feels Like
12°C / -1°C
Rain
8days (46 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
Snow Days
6days
May
Good
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
19°C / 6°C
Rain
8days (36 mm) Wet
Sun
12.4h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
7.7 Very High
Snow Days
2days
June best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 15°C
Feels Like
27°C / 14°C
Rain
2days (10 mm) Excellent
Sun
13.5h Excellent
Humidity
40% Comfortable
UV
8.3 Very High
July best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 20°C
Rain
1days (5 mm) Excellent
Sun
13.3h Excellent
Humidity
35% Comfortable
UV
8.4 Very High
August best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 18°C
Feels Like
30°C / 19°C
Rain
3days (14 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.4h Excellent
Humidity
40% Comfortable
UV
7.6 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 14°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
3days (23 mm) Excellent
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
45% Moderate
UV
6.5 High
October
Good
Temp
17°C / 6°C
Feels Like
15°C / 4°C
Rain
6days (35 mm) Good
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
November
Poor
Temp
10°C / 0°C
Feels Like
7°C / -3°C
Rain
6days (34 mm) Good
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -7°C
Feels Like
0°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 1°C / -8°C -2°C / -12°C 11days (61 mm) Wet 7h Good 78% Humid 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
February 3°C / -6°C 0°C / -10°C 9days (50 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 73% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Poor View Details
March 8°C / -2°C 5°C / -6°C 11days (59 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 71% Muggy 5.3 High Poor View Details
April 14°C / 2°C 12°C / -1°C 8days (46 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 64% Muggy 6.9 High Fair View Details
May 20°C / 8°C 19°C / 6°C 8days (36 mm) Wet 12.4h Excellent 57% Moderate 7.7 Very High Good View Details
June best 29°C / 15°C 27°C / 14°C 2days (10 mm) Excellent 13.5h Excellent 40% Comfortable 8.3 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 33°C / 20°C 32°C / 20°C 1days (5 mm) Excellent 13.3h Excellent 35% Comfortable 8.4 Very High Excellent View Details
August best 31°C / 18°C 30°C / 19°C 3days (14 mm) Excellent 12.4h Excellent 40% Comfortable 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 27°C / 14°C 25°C / 13°C 3days (23 mm) Excellent 11.2h Excellent 45% Moderate 6.5 High Excellent View Details
October 17°C / 6°C 15°C / 4°C 6days (35 mm) Good 9.5h Good 58% Moderate 4.8 Moderate Good View Details
November 10°C / 0°C 7°C / -3°C 6days (34 mm) Good 7.9h Good 67% Muggy 3.2 Moderate Poor View Details
December 3°C / -7°C 0°C / -11°C 9days (52 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 75% Muggy 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

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

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Orem, with average highs of 3°C (38°F) and around 9 rainy days. Orem, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 3.3°C (38°F). Temperatures drop noticea
Orem typically sees around 9 rainy days in December with 52 mm (2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Orem during December are cold, averaging -7°C (19°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 3°C (38°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Orem. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Orem during December is 3 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Orem gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Orem typically sees around 12 snow days in December with roughly 29 cm (11 in) of snowfall.

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