December 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Moab. With minimal rain risk (7%) and pleasant highs of 5°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Moab is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Moab
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Moab Weather Forecast for December 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 5.3°C. 7% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Moab in December
Based on historical data for December 16, Moab typically experiences temperatures between -4.8°C and 5.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (7% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Moab
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
5.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-4.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.3°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
7%
Avg 0.3mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~7% chance
Pressure
1023.4 hPa
High volatility
Moab Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 80% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-1.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
67/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~6
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Moab
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:30
☀️ Noon
12:15
🌇 Sunset
16:59
⏱️ Daylight
9h 28m
Wind Speed
8.6 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
62%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Moab
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Moab on December 16 averages 5.3°C with a 7% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 44/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Moab Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 9
6.2°C • 13% rain
Score
49
December 12
6.2°C • 9% rain
Score
49
December 13
6.2°C • 9% rain
Score
49
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📍 Is Moab Worth Visiting on December 16?
Planning a trip to Moab on December 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 5.3°C with a 7% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 6 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.7°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -11°C in 2015.