December in Yuma, AZ: peak season for golf — great conditions and a wide playing window. Best tee times: mid-morning through early afternoon.
| Average December Weather | |
|---|---|
| Avg daily high | 71°F |
| Avg daily low | 48°F |
| Rainy days | 2 / mo |
| Avg peak wind | 10.4 mph |
In Yuma, December's defining variable is temperature — specifically, the 23-degree daily swing between a 48°F low and a 71°F high. That gap shapes every round: early tee times in the 7–8 AM range put you on the first tee in genuinely cold air, while afternoon rounds land squarely in that 60–80°F ideal window. The high of 71°F keeps conditions comfortable once the morning chill burns off, and with peak winds averaging just 10.4 mph — the third calmest of any month here — the air is mostly still when temperatures peak.
Precipitation is nearly a non-issue. Only 2 rain days across the entire month means the fairways stay firm and fast. Combine that with long winter sun and Yuma's reliably clear skies, and golf in Yuma in December earns its peak-season label honestly — provided you dress in layers and time your start accordingly.
The 23°F daily swing argues strongly for tee times between 10 AM and noon — early enough to avoid afternoon crowds, late enough for the 48°F morning low to climb toward the comfortable 60s. Booking 10–14 days out is typical for December given peak-season demand, but weekend afternoon slots fill fastest as snowbirds settle in. See how conditions rate hour by hour on our playability scale.
November runs 7°F warmer at the high and has one fewer precipitation day, making it marginally more forgiving for early starters. December's winds do ease slightly — down 1 mph from November's 11.4 mph peak — which partially offsets the cooler temperatures. January is only 2°F colder at the high but adds another precipitation day and returns winds to 11.4 mph, making December the quiet middle ground between autumn warmth and midwinter moisture.
Climate normals show the long-term picture, but day-to-day weather varies. Check today's live golf weather score for Yuma, AZ for the current playability rating, hourly wind, temperature, and the recommended tee time window.
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Yes — December sits in Yuma's peak season, with an average high of 71°F and only 2 precipitation days for the month. Winds peak at just 10.4 mph, the third calmest of any month, so conditions are generally benign once the morning chill clears. The main adjustment is timing your tee time later in the morning to avoid the 48°F lows.
Average lows hit 48°F, which means early-morning rounds — before 9 AM — can feel quite cool, especially on open, exposed holes. The average high reaches 71°F, so temperatures warm into comfortable playing range by late morning. Dressing in removable layers is the practical solution rather than avoiding early rounds altogether.