Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)
December
Weather in Salt Lake County, Utah for December 2026
Your guide to Salt Lake County weather in December - trends and predictions
Salt Lake County typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 7 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Salt Lake County at the beginning of December is 3.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 4.1 °F by the end of December.
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19
Dry days
5
Rainy days
7
Snow days
5°/-2°
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11 km/h
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72 %
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Salt Lake County Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Salt Lake County
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December weather in Salt Lake County day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Moderate snow | 2° /-5° | 1.6 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-3° | 8.9 mm | 6.9 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Mist | 2° /-2° | 12.1 mm | 5.4 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Fog | 3° /-3° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 |  Freezing fog | 3° /-3° | 1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Freezing fog | 5° /-1° | 17 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Mist | 5° /-1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 |  Moderate or heavy snow with thunder | 4° /-1° | 7.2 mm | 6.1 cm | |
| Dec. 9 |  Cloudy | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 |  Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Overcast | 7° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Partly cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 |  Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 8.3 mm | 5.7 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Sunny | 6° /0° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 1.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Sunny | 10° /2° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 9° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Overcast | 8° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Sunny | 6° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 |  Heavy snow | 4° /-1° | 10.7 mm | 6.5 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Cloudy | 4° /-2° | 3.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-3° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 7.5 mm | 4.3 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Salt Lake County in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Salt Lake County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Salt Lake County in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Salt Lake County during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Salt Lake County during December?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Salt Lake County during December, with a total of 97.4 mm spread over approximately 5 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Salt Lake County in December 2026?
Salt Lake County experiences an average snowfall of 49.105 cm during December, occurring over 7 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Salt Lake County during December?
The average wind speed in Salt Lake County during December is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Salt Lake County snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Salt Lake County sees 7 snowy days during December, with approximately 49.1 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Salt Lake County
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Typically, Salt Lake County has 5 rainy days in December with a total of 97.4 mm of rainfall.
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