Typical Run Score
69
Good
Salt Lake City · December
Running in Salt Lake City in December
Typical December running conditions in Salt Lake City — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
31°F
Cold
Avg dew point
23°F
Comfortable
Best window
11 AM–5 PM
Local time
Salt Lake City · today vs the December normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How December compares in Salt Lake City
December ranks 9th of 12 months for running in Salt Lake City, with a typical daytime Run Score of 69 (Good). For reference, the best month is October (score 90) and the hardest is July (score 64). The kindest window in December is typically 11 AM–5 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 18% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the December norm.
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Running in Salt Lake City in December: FAQ
Is it good to run in Salt Lake City in December?
Generally yes, with sensible timing. The typical daytime Run Score is 69 (Good), with temperatures around 31°F (0°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 11 AM–5 PM.
How hot is it for running in Salt Lake City in December?
Typical temperatures average 31°F (0°C) (Cold) with dew points near 23°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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