December weather forecast
Dayton, ID

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Dayton, Idaho, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Temperature

Dayton experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and a minimum of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dayton, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.4 days and collects up to 18.27" (464mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Dayton, Idaho, it is snowing for 17.3 days. Throughout December, 12.4" (315mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.8 days and aggregates up to 60.12" (1527mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dayton, Idaho, is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Dayton?

December, known for its average high temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average low temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C), is the coldest month in Dayton, Idaho.

How cold is December in Dayton?

In December, in Dayton, the average high-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dayton?

The average relative humidity in December in Dayton is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, Idaho, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, Idaho, during December, snow falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.4" (315mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dayton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dayton, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in December?

In Dayton, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dayton, Idaho, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in December?

In Dayton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dayton?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Dayton, Idaho.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dayton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, ID

Average temperature in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (53.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dayton, ID

Average pressure in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average pressure in December: 30.25"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dayton, ID

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dayton, ID

Average humidity in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 12.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dayton, ID

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dayton, ID

Average UV index in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dayton, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Dayton, ID

Average visibility in December - Dayton, ID
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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