December weather forecast
Lifton, ID

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lifton, Idaho, with an average temperature varying between 9.9°F (-12.3°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and a low of 9.9°F (-12.3°C).

Humidity

In Lifton, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lifton, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.7 days and collects up to 16.69" (424mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Lifton, Idaho, it is snowing for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.6 snowfall days, and 63.58" (1615mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:34 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lifton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Lifton?

December, having an average high-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 9.9°F (-12.3°C), is the coldest month in Lifton.

How cold is it in Lifton in December?

In Lifton, 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 9.9°F (-12.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Lifton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lifton?

In December, in Lifton, Idaho, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lifton?

In December, in Lifton, it is snowing for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lifton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lifton have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lifton?

On the first day of December in Lifton, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lifton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lifton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lifton?

In Lifton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lifton, ID

Average temperature in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lifton, ID

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.29"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lifton, ID

Average wind speed in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lifton, ID

Average humidity in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lifton, ID

Average rainfall days in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lifton, ID

Average snowfall in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (12.17").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lifton, ID

Average snowfall days in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (20 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lifton, 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: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lifton, ID

Average sunshine days in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lifton, ID

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lifton, ID

Average cloud cover in December - Lifton, ID
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in December
Lifton, ID

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (3mi).

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