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Park City, United States · Alpine mountain climate

Park City in December: go or not?

Tough period. Park City in December only reaches 1.1/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 40.65°N · 111.50°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Park City · December
1.1
-9–1°
Temperature
32%
Rain
5h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Alex Moliski via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in December

Off-season for skiing Park City — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

December ranks 9 out of 12 months in Park City. Compared to November: −9°F daytime, 10 pts more rainy days, −0.9h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-10°
Daylight
9.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 34
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Is December the right month?

The best month in Park City is July (9.2/10), 8.1 pts higher than December.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Park City, Utah, is the former mining town reconverted into a premium ski resort, 35 minutes from Salt Lake City. July is my favorite month (9.8/10): 54-82°F, 12% rain, dry altitude climate (6,900 ft), constantly blue sky.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 30°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 42%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude6988 ft
🎿Ski area6988 → 10000 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

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Location

Where is Park City ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
United States
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 9.2 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.65°N · 111.50°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Park City?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 8.2/10). For hiking/suiner: September (8.5/10, 22.0°F).
Can you ski in Park City in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 8.1/10. Cold temperatures (-1°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Park City in suiner?
In September, temperatures average 22.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Park City?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Park City in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Park City (low), with about 9.1h of daylight. No protection needed.